Category: SpicesMasala

Introduction Open any spice rack in an American or European kitchen and you’ll almost certainly find a bright yellow jar labeled “Curry Powder.” This blend of spices has become a staple outside India, where it was first popularized by the British during colonial times as a convenient way to capture the flavors of Indian cooking. […]

Cinnamon, one of the world’s oldest and most prized spices, held a special place in the hearts—and homes—of the ancient Egyptians. More than just a fragrant bark, it was a symbol of wealth, a medicinal powerhouse, a culinary luxury, and even a sacred substance used in rituals and embalming. Let’s explore how cinnamon shaped life […]