Category: Herbs Spice

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris), a member of the expansive mint family, is a widely cultivated herb associated with Mediterranean and European cuisine. It is indigenous to

Tarragon, or Artemisia dracunculus, is a perennial herb in the lettuce family and is related to wormwood. Native to northern Europe, Siberia, Russia, and parts

Paprika, or Capiscum annuum, is the ground fruit of a Capiscum family pepper plant often referred to as pimento (the same pimento found at the

Mint, a plant which is part of the Mentha genus and a close relative of basil and rosemary, belongs to a large family of herbs

Garlic, or Allium sativum, is a perennial plant in the Alliaceae (or lily) family and is closely related to the onion. It has been regarded

Cumin, also known as cumin seed or cummin, is the dried, tiny seed of the Cuminum cyminum (a member of the carrot family), and is

Basil, part of the Ocimum genus, is an aromatic herb in the mint family. Native to warm climates like Africa and India, basils are a

Chili powder, made from the roasted and/or dried fruit of dozens of species in the Capsicum grouping, is a potent dust useful to many world

Allspice, or Pimento dioica, is a surprisingly fragrant spice native to the Western Hemisphere. Closely associated with Caribbean and island cookery, it has the distinctive

Cinnamon, a distinctively fragrant spice associated with warm baked goods and holiday cheer in the West, has the honor of being one of the most