How to Make Orange Zest the Star of Your Spice Rack
Ever feel like your day needs a ray of sunshine? Orange zest, the name often used for orange peel as a spice or seasoning, is your answer. Sweeter than lemon zest and packing a tangy punch, it adds a bright burst of flavor to liven up even the most lackluster of meals. But Spice Islands […]
Why Allspice Is the Only Secret Ingredient You Need This Holiday Season
The approach of the holiday season means one thing: it’s time to start daydreaming (and drooling!) over the feasts that await. And whether you’re the one planning and preparing every meal or you’ve got to wow your gathering with one single perfect dish, allspice is the secret ingredient you need to elevate every holiday recipe. […]
Make Winter Warmer with Cloves
No matter what’s happening outside, every home can feel warm and cozy this winter thanks to one small but mighty ingredient: cloves. Cloves pack a ton of flavor into every bite. Part fruity sweetness and part pungent spice, its aroma and taste give off a feeling so warming you’ll forget that winter is raging outside. […]
What’s the Difference Between Pure Almond Extract and Imitation?
The distinct flavor of almond extract can elevate any kind of dish. This is true even if you’re not an almond fan, since almond extract doesn’t quite taste like the actual nut. Instead, its fruit and slightly sweet flavor can balance out the bitterness in dark chocolate or coffee, and complement dishes with pitted fruits […]
Unexpected Ways to Use Spice Islands Pure Vanilla Extract
We’re not sure who coined using vanilla to describe something as boring and flavorless, but they must have been tasting the wrong vanilla! One of the most rich and complex ingredients out there, its natural sweetness can bring instant flavor to nearly any dish. That’s right, any dish—even savory ones. We love a vanilla […]
Everything You Need to Know About Spice Islands Ground Saigon Cinnamon
Think you know all there is to know about cinnamon? Think again. This spice has a history as rich as its flavor. And while it’s one of the most recognizable and popular aromas on the planet, many people don’t realize that not all cinnamon is the same. There are hundreds of varieties of cinnamon […]
Shrubs: Sweet, Sour And Ready For Summer Cocktails
Shrubs, or drinking vinegars, are sweet and sour, fruit-based syrups that were all the rage in Colonial times. Preserving fruit in a blend of vinegar and sugar began as a shelf-stable way to incorporate fresh fruit flavors into drinks that could be enjoyed year-round. Today, history buff-mixologists are embracing the shrub as an infinitely versatile […]
The Farmers’ Market: A Trip To Bountiful
With summer in full swing, a Saturday morning trip to the local farmers’ market is heaven for locavores. Ripe, red tomatoes, still warm from the sun; sweet-tart, juicy berries; abundant zucchini; crisp cucumber; and sweet, sweet summer corn — the bounty is irresistible. Back home, unloading all that goodness in your own kitchen, such abundance […]
Cook Once, Feast All Season Long
A smart cook knows holiday leftovers are lifesavers on the day after the feast, but a true kitchen genius has an eye on new and exciting dinners through the new year. Preparing for the big feast is a big job, but with a little forethought, planning and the help of Spice Islands® premium spices, those […]
Enhance Your Holiday Meal
Whether your table is set for two or twenty your holiday dinner can be a bountiful feast filled with robust aromas and premium flavor. From the main course to sides and desserts, Spice Islands® spices and seasonings are the secret to authentic, exceptional tasting meals. Just be ready to be asked to host the holidays […]