by Pacific Spice | Nov 29, 2022 | Spice Wisdom, Uncategorized
Nutmeg is one of the most distinctive and beloved spices on the planet. During the holiday season, this spice is especially celebrated for its rich, slightly sweet flavor and naturally warming qualities. This blog dives into the history, origins, and common uses of...
by Pacific Spice | Oct 25, 2022 | Spice Wisdom, Uncategorized
Allspice is a rich and fragrant spice that flavors many sweet and savory favorites, from beef stew to pumpkin pie. It is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine and is also a key ingredient in Caribbean dishes like Jerk Chicken. Due to its bold flavor, fragrance, and unique...
by Pacific Spice | Sep 27, 2022 | Spice Wisdom, Uncategorized
“A tale without love is like beef without mustards: An insipid dish” – Anatole France Mustard seed has a rich and fascinating history, as many ancient spices do. From its historical use in medicine, food, superstitious ceremonies, and even war, this tiny seed...
by Pacific Spice | Aug 30, 2022 | Spice Wisdom, Uncategorized
Thyme (pronounced like the word “time”) is an herb that’s popular in many different spice blends and savory recipes, from New England Clam Chowder to Creole Seafood. In ancient times, it was shrouded in superstition and used for its many believed medicinal properties....
by Pacific Spice | Jul 26, 2022 | Spice Wisdom, Uncategorized
Dill is a hardy, aromatic plant in the parsley family that has become widely known around the world for its many culinary uses. Today, there are two main dill products on the market, dill weed and dill seed. Dill weed and dill seed refer to two different parts of the...
by Pacific Spice | Jun 28, 2022 | Spice Wisdom, Uncategorized
Oregano is a wild herb that has been used for millennia – in food, religious ceremonies, and ancient medicine. Today, there are two distinctly different varieties of oregano, Mediterranean and Mexican, that share the same name yet come from entirely different...
