A wild flowering bush with very sour berries is the source of this vibrant spice. Those berries are dried, ground, then sifted to obtain what’s recognized as sumac spice across the Arab and ...

WASHINGTON — When Brandon Shapiro returned from a trip to Israel three years ago, the Bethesda-based chef developed an interest in spices — especially those he tasted on his travels. The more he ...

Earthy, aromatic and versatile to boot, cumin is an essential spice in any good cook’s pantry. What other spice is as crucial to curry, hummus or a big bubbling pot of chili? So when you find yourself ...

Maharashtrian cuisine is known for offering a wide range of flavours and dishes. And when it comes to rice (bhaat), the ...