In Turkey a number of restaurants had on the table a small dish containing a spice mix. I was told to dip bread in olive oil, then in the spice mix. It was quite hot (obviously containing quite a bit of chile), aromatic, and very...

I picked up a jar of Lebanese “Green Zaatar” and now have no idea what to do with it. It has too strong a taste to consume by itself. I’ve found a lot of references online for “zaatar”, but they seem...

Kept extra-moist with a generous helping of grated carrot, and lightly spiced with cardamom and ginger.

Adds a nice kick to the rim of a margarita glass.

Curried egg salad morphs into bite-sized deviled eggs.

Mediterranean flavors liven up an easy party appetizer.

Moroccan kefta meets backyard barbecue.

Fresh cherry juice and brandy make perfect tail companions.

Make a big batch and keep it in the freezer.

Aromatic Spice-Stuffed Fried Fish Nuggets

Hot as heck in the best possible way.

A few bites of fall anytime you please.

This combination of eggs, spinach, herbs, and spices is a delicious introduction to Persian food.

A tasty take on the custardy dessert.

Mexican chocolate and cayenne lend exotic spice.