Middle Eastern and North African cuisine is specifically known for its use of spices like cumin, cinnamon, saffron, and nutmeg, and blends like baharat and ras el hanout. It may also be surprising to folks who are unfamiliar with the cuisine that herbs are unsung supporting actors and play a big role in developing fragrances and flavors.
Rishi Organic Masala Chai Concentrate was not only the best-tasting, but also looked to be the freshest too. The full-bodied taste of the Rishi concentrate had upfront and strong spices that were balanced with a spicy sweetness.
Monia Ben Hamouda's work weaves calligraphy, material transformation and ancestral memory into sculptures and installations that oscillate between language and form. In conversation, we traced the conceptual and sensory threads of her practice, unfolding through key works that reflect on heritage, embodiment and translation. Using materials such as iron, stone and pigment, her installations become sites where history is not only referenced but physically felt.
Breakfast doesn't have to be boring thanks to the nearly unlimited options for overnight oats recipes. A basic combination of rolled oats and the milk of your choosing is all you need to set up the foundation of this morning meal. To this, you can add sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar as well as fruits, nuts, or any other ingredients to round out your bowl. One of the biggest mistakes you're making with overnight oats, though, is skipping the spices and seasonings.
Something as classic as banana bread is often overlooked as a simple bake, but you shouldn't underestimate how some key tips can help you bake banana bread that's perfectly moist, not overwhelmingly sweet, and tender to the bite - ultimately, a classic recipe that stands out from the rest. As a professional baker, to make the best banana bread, I like to get specific with my ingredients.
Just a spoonful of cinnamon powder brings natural warmth and sweetness to pie dough. This is the kind of upgrade that can bring new life to old favorite recipes. The flavor of cinnamon can hold ground when paired with more buttery or fruity fillings to make dessert pies. Your favorite pecan, apple, and sweet potato pies can truly shine when nested into a cinnamon-enhanced crust.
It is a dish that is enjoyed in a wide variety of different formats globally, and because it's impressive and comforting at the same time, it never fails to be the star of the show. This maple butter roast chicken recipe, from the kitchen of recipe developer Jennine Rye, gives you a relatively low-fuss way to prepare and cook a whole chicken with mouthwatering results.
A truly great pumpkin pie recipe has to nail three things: a silky, well-spiced filling, a crust that's flaky yet tender, and the kind of irresistible appeal that earns its place on an already crowded Thanksgiving dessert table. This one delivers on all fronts. As one reader put it, "I don't think there are enough words in the English vocabulary to describe just how wonderful this homemade pumpkin pie is."
A low-effort dessert inspired by cafe de olla, which is a drink I consumed daily while on holiday in Oaxaca, Mexico. It's a black coffee gently spiced with cinnamon and cloves, and sweetened with piloncillo (an unrefined sugar). Here, I've turned it into something refreshing for summer, using dark brown sugar instead, not least because it's easier to find. I can never resist a post-dinner coffee, and this scratches both that caffeine and sugar itch.
Since Kadri started the Diaspora Company in 2017, selling only turmeric at first from Kasaraneni's farm, she has scaled the business to 30 spices from more than 140 farms, she now has retail customers like Amazon, and is on track to hit profitability by the end of 2025.
