Black Cumin

By the editor | May 13, 2020 |
Black cumin seeds

Black cumin can refer to the seeds of two quite different plants, both of which are used as spices. It is not at all similar to normal cumin in taste. It is similar to caraway seeds, but nigella seeds (or kalonji), as black cumin is also known, is more widely…

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Nutmeg

By the editor | May 12, 2020 |
Whole Nutmeg

Ground or grated nutmeg has a warm and sweet smell but in its original form is a large hard oval seed, which is brown in colour. It is traditionally associated with cosy and warming winter food and drink but actually grows in much warmer climates. Background Nutmeg is the inner…

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