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From left to right: <em>krachai</em>, galangal, ginger.

A Guide to the Gingers of the World

It's spicier than you might expect.

Andrew Coletti April 14, 2025

Clockwise from top left: white, black, long, cubeb, grains of paradise, red Sichuan, and green Sichuan peppers.

A Guide to the Peppers of the World

Which came first: the pepper, or the pepper?

Andrew Coletti March 10, 2025

Left to right: green, black, Chinese, white, and Ethiopian cardamoms.

A Guide to the Cardamoms of the World

The Cardamom Expanded Universe is bigger than you think.

Andrew Coletti February 17, 2025

Fish mint is a cherished herb in some parts of the world, but a damaging invasive species in others.

Open Your Mind to This Polarizing Invasive Herb

Fish mint’s culinary applications are vast; which is good, because it’s taking over North America.

Andrew Coletti July 22, 2024

Homegrown herbs, farm-fresh eggs, and Colorado produce ground Hannah Hopkins’ dishes in local flavor.

In Colorado, Chefs Are Taking Farm-to-Table to a Whole New Level

It isn’t just a trend, it’s a way of life—and the key to some truly transcendent dining experiences.

Sponsored By Visit Colorado

Seared scallops rest on a pillow of sweet creamed corn at Boulder’s Oak at Fourteenth.

Discover Colorado's Culinary Treasures: 4 Ingredients Worth Traveling For

Explore Colorado’s iconic flavors on the ultimate tasting tour.

Sponsored By Visit Colorado

The original maple bacon doughnut is derived from a variation of the rectangular "Long John."

Meat-Filled Desserts From Around the World

Have you tried any of these literal sweetmeats?

Andrew Coletti April 22, 2024

Though the original arrowroot is native to the tropical Americas, these were cultivated in India.

The Confusing Truth About Arrowroot

What's in a name?

Andrew Coletti January 22, 2024

Baking soda is surprisingly versatile.

How to Use Baking Soda Like a Scientist

This ingredient belongs in both the laboratory and the kitchen.

Nik Sharma and Anne Ewbank July 25, 2022

Vartanush

Armenian monks at an island monastery in the Venetian Lagoon make a rare rose petal jam.