herb

Thyme or also called Thymus Vulgaris is a kind of herb in the same family as that of basil, mint, oregano and Shiso. The lemon thyme and the regular fresh thyme can be used in different varieties of recipes and savory dishes. But what if you do not have access to thyme? Not to worry … Read more

File Powder, also known as Gumbo file powder is a type of spice is made from dried ground sassafras leaves of the sassafras tree and it is then grinded to form a powder. It is usually used as a thickening agent and adds flavors to dishes like Gumbo (melting pot) and Jambalayas. But if file … Read more

Mimosa Hostilis, a perennial tree which is a native of Brazil particularly in the Northeast Region, which is it commonly called by local as Jurema or Jurema Preta. Since climate in the northeast region of Brazil is mostly hot dry winter and cold rainy summer, which makes it a perfect place to grow Mimosa. Its … Read more

A delectable bay leaf recipe wouldn’t be that remarkable without the main ingredient itself— the bay leaf. If this ingredient is lacking in your kitchen cabinet, worry no more as we  have found the best bay leaf substitute you can use to carry on with your cooking. What is a bay leaf? A bay leaf … Read more

Fennel is an indigenous flowering plant species in the carrot family that can be found on the  shores of the Mediterranean. The fennel seeds are commonly used as a spice for adding flavor to fish dishes and sauces. Fennel plant is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. The fennel seeds would … Read more