Editorial ChefNutmeg is an aromatic spice from the seed of a variety of trees in the genus Myristica. It can be differentiated from the mace, which is a similar-tasting spice. The difference is that mace is made from the …
Anise or Aniseed is an Aromatic Herb Cherished for its Delicate Flavor
Anise is a herbal shrub with a fruit also known as aniseed. It is a flowing plant that botanically belongs to the family Apiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and the Mediterranean region. The plant which …
Know Your Allspice, the Jamaican pepper Fruit of the Myrtle
Allspice, also popularly known as Jamaican pepper or pimento is the dried unripe fruit of the Myrtle. It is native to Central America, Greater Antilles, and Southern Mexico. Allspice is also known by many other names depending …
Béchamel Sauce, the Most White of Gourmet
Béchamel sauce also known as the white sauce is a sauce that is made from a white roux and milk. The sauce gets its English name from its distinctive white color. The French naming is …
Here’s the Bay Leaf Herb, the Fragrance of the Ancient Greeks
The bay leaf is generally an aromatic leaf used to impart a distinct flavor and fragrance into a dish through cooking. There are several varieties of trees which these leaves can be gotten from either …
Meet the Clove, the Aromatic Spice of the Sultans
The clove tree is a tree that can grow up to about 8 to 12 meters tall. It bears broad leaves and a flower bud that starts out pale and gradually turns green then red …
Introduction to Tarragon Culinary Herb
French tarragon, dragonwort, or Estragon, is a species of perennial herb in the sunflower family. It is cultivated for medicinal and culinary purposes. The leaves are used as an aromatic culinary herb that resembles Anise. Russian tarragon and …
Turmeric for Culinary Uses Explained
Also known as Indian Saffron, Turmeric is a root herb most popular in Asia where it is used as a dye, for its medicinal properties for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. For our purposes, it …
Overview of Cilantro (Coriander leaves)
Cilantro, also known as coriander leaves, fresh coriander, dhania, or Chinese parsley is an annual herb grown more specifically for its fresh leaves and dried seeds. It is native to Southern Europe, Northern Africa, and …
Meet Cayenne Pepper the Culinary Spice
The cayenne pepper is known by several names which include the Guinea spice, cow-horn pepper, red hot chili pepper, aleva, bird pepper, or red pepper. Guessing from the names, cayenne pepper is a very hot …