In recipes, we are constantly told to do techniques but often not told why we do them. Today, I want to explore the question of how we use spices. First, we cover the food science and theory of spices before diving into some experiments.

If being a home cook in the age of the Internet has taught us anything, it’s that kitchens can hide revolting revelations, such as bugs tucked away in a semi-hidden part of our Instant Pots or in our coffee.

Sumac is an incredible spice that adds a load of complex flavours to any dish. It has a tart and tangy flavour profile that makes it excel at adding a delicate sourness to foods. I use it on practically anything I cook, especially on foods that can benefi...

The calcium from eggshells is also welcome in garden soil, where it moderates soil acidity while providing nutrients for plants. Eggshells contain such an abundance of calcium that they can be used almost like lime, though you would need a lot of eggshell...

Grab your mortar and pestle and come to attention because class is in session! Join Sana Javeri Kadri, founder and CEO of Diaspora Co., as she expertly demonstrates how to grind (almost) every spice you can imagine - getting each of them processed and rea...

While the weather turns bitter cold in other parts of the country and crop production slows down, Florida farms can enjoy the ability to grow produce year around. Our mild winters with shorter days and warm soil allow us to grow crops here that are typica...

Chili Oil is great on dumplings and all. But there is a massive difference between from scratch homemade chili oil, and store bought. When I say massive, I mean MASSIVE. This stuff is so easy to make and really only takes a few minutes of active time. So...

You can make homemade spices out of ordinary ingredients that you already have! Not only that but we use a similar method to make our own beef jerky using our own spices! Homemade spices and homemade beef jerky, as easy as you can make it.