Spice It Up Archives - A Flavour Affair

Dive into the world of spices and take your cooking experience to a whole new level! Spices not only add depth and complexity to dishes, they allow us to embrace culinary diversity, encourage curiosity and creativity and promote health. Explore my array of seasonings, dressings and condiments and enjoy the incredible variety of flavours they bring to your table with these spice it up categories.

an arty image of nutmeg against black background

Nutmeg: Woody, Warm and Wicked

Spice Profiles | Nutmeg

Yellow curry paste | Spice It Up Category | Condiments

Yellow Curry Paste (Authentic and Homemade)

Spice It Up | Condiments

Two sprigs of curry leaves against a black background

Curry Leaves: A Savory Addi(c)tion

Spice Profiles | Curry Leaves

close up on green cardamom pods

Green Cardamom: A Fragrant Awakening

Spice Profiles | Green Cardamom

Whole pods of star anise with woody carpels and glossy seeds against a black background reminiscent of starry sky

The Universe of Star Anise

Spice Profiles | Star Anise

Baharat whole and ground mix, also known as seven spice

Baharat Seasoning (Arabic Seven Spice Mix)

Spice Blends

A bowl with tkemali, plum sauce with herbs and aromatcis

Tkemali – Georgian Plum Sauce

Condiments

whole spice selection for hawaij

Hawaij – Spice Blend from Yemen

Spice Blends

zhoug, yemeni condiment made from parsley, coriander, garlic, chilies, cardamom and cumin

Zhoug (zhug/shug/s’hug/ schug)

Condiments

a mix of pounded nuts, seeds and ground spice

Dukkah Seasoning

Condiments | Seasonings

Garam masala blend on a small dish with whole spices scattered around

Homemade Garam Masala

Spice Blends

Thick and smooth green sauce in a dark grey bowl

Coriander Salsa

Dressing | Salsa

A small black bowl with za'atar - a mix of white sesame seeds, sumac, salt and dried thyme.

Basic Za’atar Seasoning

Spice Blends | Seasonings

fig chutney in a dark grey bowl with a spoon dipped in

Fig Chutney with Warm Spices

Condiments