The Tea & Spice Story Hub

Illustration: A steaming pile of red blue crabs dusted with seafood seasoning on newspaper, a jar of the seasoning and a wooden mallet

Old Bay Spice Blend: A Fisherman's Staple

Old Bay seasoning is a famous spice blend that originated in the United States, particularly in the Chesapeake Bay area. Old Bay was created by Gustav Brunn, a German immigrant,...

Old Bay Spice Blend: A Fisherman's Staple

Old Bay seasoning is a famous spice blend that originated in the United States, particularly in the Chesapeake Bay area. Old Bay was created by Gustav Brunn, a German immigrant,...

Illustration: A small dish of bright red cayenne powder beside a few long, slender dried cayenne peppers on a wooden board

The Heart Healthy Power of Cayenne Peppers

Today, many people think "spices" have no other purpose than to flavor our dishes. But nothing could be further from the truth. Many spices hold a wealth of health benefits...

The Heart Healthy Power of Cayenne Peppers

Today, many people think "spices" have no other purpose than to flavor our dishes. But nothing could be further from the truth. Many spices hold a wealth of health benefits...

Illustration: A bowl of pale green matcha ice cream, a spoon, a whisk and a small tin of matcha on a summer counter

Matcha Ice Cream - NO MACHINE NEEDED!

We've already covered the health benefits of matcha tea and some of the many creative ways you can incorporate it in your daily routine. You can find our health post here...

Matcha Ice Cream - NO MACHINE NEEDED!

We've already covered the health benefits of matcha tea and some of the many creative ways you can incorporate it in your daily routine. You can find our health post here...

Illustration: A cup of red raspberry leaf tea beside a small heap of dried leaves and a sprig of fresh raspberry canes with ripe berries

Quick Insights: Red Raspberry Leaf

Red raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus) is an herbal remedy that has been used for centuries for its potential health benefits. Throughout history, raspberry has held a significant place globally, with...

Quick Insights: Red Raspberry Leaf

Red raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus) is an herbal remedy that has been used for centuries for its potential health benefits. Throughout history, raspberry has held a significant place globally, with...

Illustration: A cup of pale mullein leaf tea strained through a cloth, beside a heap of soft, woolly grey-green dried mullein leaves

Mullein Leaf: Uses & Benefits

Mullein leaf, scientifically known as Verbascum thapsus, is a plant native to Europe and parts of Asia, but it has also become naturalized in North America and other regions. It's...

Mullein Leaf: Uses & Benefits

Mullein leaf, scientifically known as Verbascum thapsus, is a plant native to Europe and parts of Asia, but it has also become naturalized in North America and other regions. It's...

Illustration: A small clay bowl of dark red merkén — smoked chili ground with coriander and salt — beside a few whole dried smoked chilies

Brief Insights: The Merkén (Merquén) Chile

Merkén, also spelled "merquén," is a traditional spice blend that originates from the Mapuche people, an indigenous group in Chile and parts of Argentina. The Mapuche have a rich cultural...

Brief Insights: The Merkén (Merquén) Chile

Merkén, also spelled "merquén," is a traditional spice blend that originates from the Mapuche people, an indigenous group in Chile and parts of Argentina. The Mapuche have a rich cultural...