Tag: Salt

Spice Trade Chronicles-5-Old Salt Road-Germany

The Old Salt Road was established in medieval times, between the 12th and 16th century, and stretched through north Germany. In German, it is called Alte Salzstraße. The Salt Road began in Lüneburg where the salt mines were located. The road then crossed the Elbe river and ended in Lübeck...

Three Basic Spices, Salt, Pepper, Basil

We will begin our journey with three common flavors, salt, pepper  and basil. I am adding the herb, basil because that is the flavorful, herbaceous ingredient in my first recipe. We are going to be making bruschetta, which is one of our favorite, easy, fresh go-to light supper or starter. ...

The Amazing History of Spices-More than just food

Spices and herbs are what I’m all about. I love spices and herbs! I think they are fascinating, they are more than just food! They have so many qualities and they aren’t really treated with the respect that I think they deserve.  ...