SPICESMASALA

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A reference companion to the museum — the spices and herbs themselves, how to cook with them, the great blends and masalas, and the wellness and storage behind them. Every entry, image, and fact is drawn from Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.

Spice Fundamentals

The essential spices and herbs of the world's kitchens — pepper and cinnamon, cumin and cardamom, turmeric, saffron, and the chilies that carry the heat.

21 entries

Cooking with Spices

How spices are drawn out and put to work — tempering and toasting, roasting and grinding, marinades, curries, and pickles.

16 entries

Spice Blends & Masalas

The great mixes of the world's cuisines — garam masala and curry powder, za'atar and ras el hanout, five-spice, berbere, and more.

17 entries

Wellness & Storage

The compounds behind the flavor and heat, the traditions that use them, and how to keep spices fresh — sourced from Wikipedia.

13 entries