A wide-ranging debate, but a simple reality: spices have a harvesting time. In fact, spices are flowers, bark, buds, roots and other leaves, parts of plants that are harvested at a very specific time, which varies according to the plant species. Unfortunately, when you buy a spice from a retailer, especially a supermarket, you don't know the harvest date, and yet it's from this date that the...Continue Reading
Spring is here, and I'd like to take this opportunity to offer you an overview of Rub(s)...for parties and, of course, lunch 😉 What is a Rub? Rub in English means to rub. So we're dealing with spices to rub... on meat or fish. What do you have in mind? Yes! ham, which is salted and then rubbed before being smoked: rub's primary use; or pepper steak, which is...Continue Reading
Masala chai, or "spiced tea", is renowned for its abundance of comforting spices. There are many variations of chai spices, depending on region, family tradition and individual preference. Here's a guide to the Masala chai spices used in India and elsewhere. Main organic spices in Masala chai These spices are present in almost all versions of Masala chai: Real cinnamon Cinnamon is rich, very slightly pungent and tannic - a great base for most...Continue Reading
You either know Vadouvan or you don't. If you've tasted it or smelled it once, you'll never forget it! If you've tasted or smelled it once, you'll never forget it! Its unique, bewitching fragrance will leave you breathless, and its musky, amber, smoky, sweet and salty taste is inimitable. What is vadouvan? Vadouvan is a blend of spices, the first part being onion, shallot and garlic, and the second part spices such as fenugreek, cumin and turmeric. A lot of...Continue Reading
It's the new discovery of top chefs, but little known to the general public: loumi. But what is loumi? Loumi is originally a lime that has been scalded and then dried in the sun for several days. It's better known as black lemon or dried lemon. Iraqis call it noomi basra, while in Iran it's known as limoo omani or loomi tout court in the Sultanate of Oman...Continue Reading
Here are some explanations to help you understand what a spice is? a. What parts of plants are eaten in spices? the root: - turmeric, ginger, galangal the fruit : - vanilla, chillies, cardamom the fruit casing : - false peppers - mace (nutmeg) the fruit seed : - nuts (nutmeg, almond, ...), peppers and false peppers - cumin, fenugreek, aniseed the flower bud...Continue Reading
Whether it's from Algeria, Tunisia or Morocco, couscous is all about sharing and celebrating with family and friends. Berbers celebrate the New Year with couscous, and colorful eggs are sprinkled throughout the dish. What are the origins of couscous in France? It's no coincidence that couscous is one of France's top 10 favorite dishes. It's been known in France since the 16th century, and in 1534 Rabelais wrote "Force coscossons, et renfort de potages" (Gargantua,...Continue Reading
Eggplant caviar and its long series of recipes, each one different from the next. What haven't I read? Incorporated with mayonnaise for some, mixed with garlic and parsley for others, with cumin and olive oil, recipes vary according to regional moods and traditions... So what is eggplant caviar? Eggplant caviar is a reduction of the pulp of the cooked/confit fruit, which, depending on the country, can be seasoned with different...Continue Reading
I've been drinking this infusion for years, as it's an excellent revitalizer after intense or long sports training sessions. Marathon runners will appreciate it for its taste, of course, but also for its real anti-inflammatory and antioxidant virtues. Sprinters and half-distance runners will find it beneficial for their recovery after certain split sessions. In short, a powerful detoxifier. What is lemon turmeric ginger infusion? It's well known that turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory, but it's...Continue Reading
