spices

otheruses cuisine A spice is a dried seed, fruit, root, bark or resin substance used in nutritionally insignificant quantities as a food additive for the purpose of flavouring. Many of the same substances have other uses in which they are referred to by different terms, e. g. in food preservation, medicine, religious rituals, cosmetics, perfumery or as vegetables. For example, turmeric is also used as a preservative; licorice as a medicine; garlic as a vegetable and nutmeg as a recreational drug.Spices are further distinguished from herbs, referring to leafy, green plant parts used for flavouring purposes.

History - Spices have been prominent in human history virtually since its inception. Spices were some of the most valuable items of trade in the ancient and medieval world. In the story of Genesis (Old Testament)Genesis, Joseph (Hebrew Bible)Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers to spice merchants. In the biblical poem Song of Solomon, the male speaker compares his beloved to many forms of spices.Spices were the primary reason that PortugalPortuguese navigator Vasco Da Gama sailed to India. Around that same time, when Christopher Columbus happened upon the New World, he was quick to describe to investors the many new spices available there.food-stub

See also -

List of herbs and spices

Spice trade

Clearview Bag Corp.
Bag manufacturer for the food industry (Candies, chocolates, spices, nuts, dried fruit, etc.)
http://www.clearview-bag.com/

Spices of India
The UK’s premier online shop for Indian Food, Spices and Cooking Ingredients...
http://www.spicesofindia.co.uk

http://spicesamerica.com/
Custom spice recipe for making sausage. Venison, italian, polish, chorizo, pork, bulk, spice blends.
http://www.spicesamerica.com/

Gotta Luv It
Gotta Luv It specializes in all natural, carb-conscious, healthy dressings and marinades which can be used to compliment a variety of salads, meats, pastas, or anything that needs just a little extra zest! Gotta Luv It believes that all natural, healthy food should be available to everybody. Only the finest all natural ingredients are selected for these superior dressing and marinades. Sonoma County Harvest Fair Award Winners! Silver medal - Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing & marinade (no sodium) Silver medal - Chipotle Lime Fusion dressing & marinade (low sodium) Bronze medal -Sweet & Tangy Italian dressing & marinade (no sodium)
http://www.gottaluvitfoods.com/

Villa Vanilla - Villanueva, Costa Rica
This website has lots of information on vanilla, organic vanilla farming, and lodging on a vanilla farm near Quepos, Costa Rica. Visit the farm for a tour on biodynamic agriculture.
http://www.rainforestspices.com/

Jarin Grounded Black Pepper & White Pepper - High Quality Thailand Spices
JARIN High Quality Grounded Black Pepper, White Pepper and Spices from Thailand - We Are The Leading Retail And Wholesaler of High Quality Black and White Pepper. Premium OTOP Award For Best Product In Thailand
http://www.thailandpepper.com

Natco Online Authentic Indian Food
Choose from over 2000 authentic Indian spices, foods and cooking ingredients from the UK's leading Asian food brand. Ships to UK, Europe, USA and Canada.
http://www.natco-online.com

kansas city bbq
home of rub's and sauces
http://www.kcbackyardbbq.com/

Penzeys Spices
Offers over 250 spices, herbs, and seasonings for online ordering. Site also contains recipe suggestions.
http://penzeys.com/

Spices, Etc.
Common and unusual herbs, spices, seasonings and other quality cooking ingredients.
http://www.spicesetc.com/

Spices Board India
Indian government regulatory and promotion agency for Indian spices.
http://www.indianspices.com

Humorscope
A humorous horoscope by Ron Lunde. Available daily or weekly.
http://www.humorscope.com/

McCormick and Company, Inc.
Offers herbs, spices and seasonings as well as recipes, meal ideas, cook's reference, and spice encyclopedia.
http://www.mccormick.com/

Culinary Café
Includes a recipe index, a recipe request bulletin board, a spice encyclopedia, a chat room, and hints and tips.
http://www.culinarycafe.com/