The Spice Route
Explore our collection of 10 spices from around the world. Discover their origins, flavors and culinary uses.
How to use The Spice Route?
The Spice Route is your complete guide to mastering the art of spices in cooking. Each detailed entry gives you:
- Geographic origin and history of the spice
- Taste profile with intensity and heat level
- Perfect pairings with meats, fish and vegetables
- Usage tips and mistakes to avoid
- Substitutions if you don't have the spice
10 spices found
Bois bandé
Bois bandé comes from the Caribbean and is traditionally used in infusions and aromatic beverages.
Baie de maqui
Maqui berries come from South America (Chile) and are used dried or powdered mainly in sweet recipes.
Vanille mexicaine
Mexican vanilla is one of the oldest cultivated varieties.
Asclépiade séchée
Milkweed is a well-known North American plant. When used as an aromatic, it's typically in very specific traditional contexts.
Gingembre sauvage
Wild ginger grows naturally in parts of Asia and North America.