What causes my spices or seasonings to cake?
When excessive moisture enters you Spice or Seasoning containers, caking may occur. This is a natural process that does not effect the quality of the spice, but can be a little frustrating. You can break up these clumps gently with any sharp kitchen utensil.
Red, white, black and green: what are all these different peppercorns and what’s the difference?
Red, white, black and green: what are all these different peppercorns and what’s the difference?
Every-day black pepper comes from a flowering vine called Piper nigrum. This plant is native to Southern Asia, but it is cultivated in many agricultural regions. The peppercorns grow in bunches, almost like grapes.
