Said to be the ‘king of spices’ pepper was once the world’s most expensive spice. Continue reading
Peter Piper’s pick of peppers
Fresh green, dried white and black peppercorns. Photo by Rainer Zenz, Germany, via wikicommons
Monthly archives: July 2016
Shake shake shake
Georgian salt cellars and pepper casters. Elizabeth Bay House Collection Sydney Living Museums Photograph © Nicholas Watt
Since we’re talking spices, this week we’re taking a seat at the table and having a seasoned look at the salt and pepper shakers – before we tuck into a delicious toast sandwich. Seriously! Continue reading
All mixed up: allspice versus mixed spice
Turned wood two tier allspice and ginger container. Vaucluse House collection. Photo © Scott Hill for Sydney Living Museums
There is much confusion when a recipe calls for allspice or mixed spice – and while some might consider them similar, there are distinct differences, and are not necessarily inter-changeable. Continue reading