Herbs & Spices

Marries well with roasted dishes especially root vegetables and potatoes. Its essential oil is diuretic, stimulates the production of bile, improves digestion and can act as an antiseptic for the respiratory system.

Common herb to Northern Italy and Europe.having a slightly bitter taste can be used in stuffings, casseroles and egg and cheese based dishes. It can help alleviate menopausal symptoms and painful periods.

the most expensive spice to date because the stigma of the crocus plant is picked by hand. Labelled the king of spices, it is highly aromatic with a slightly bitter taste adding a subtle flavour and golden tinge to many dishes. Available in fragile threads, it is used extensively in Spanish and Italian cuisines in the preparation of rice dishes and cakes. Rich in Vitamin B2 and riboflavin, saffron is used in the treatment of urinary and digestive problems.

Relative of the red pepper family, it is milder in flavour than cayenne but Hungarian paprika is hotter than Spanish paprika. A mellow sweet flavour used to lend a distinctive red colouring to food. Good for the heart and circulation.

A blend of dried coriander, turmeric, mustard, fenugreek, celery, cayenne, cumin, paprika, pepper, starch, ginger, onion, salt, garlic and cardamom. Used extensively in Indian cuisine.

Marjoram can be used to substitute oregano in many dishes adding a slightly sweeter aftertaste

Blend of cumin, coriander, turmeric and chilli and roasted before ground. Level of heat depends on the ratio of chilli used in the blend.

Mediterranean herb which adds a touch of freshness to all dishes. Can help reduce bloating and swelling after eating from trapped wind.

A blend of dried herbs mainly parsley, sage, thyme, marjoram and tarragon. Excellent addition to soups and casseroles.

Powder extracted from grinding yellow mustard seeds which can be added to marinades, mayonnaise or cream cheese to give a pungent and spicy flavour.