The Spice & Tea Thymes

Welcome to The Spice & Tea Thymes. Here, you'll find practical tips, and in-depth information about our extensive range of spices, seasonings, luxury loose leaf teas, and gourmet food items. Our goal is to help you enhance your culinary skills and enjoy the best flavors from around the world. Whether you're looking for new ways to use our products or simply want to learn more about them, our blog is a valuable resource for every food enthusiast.

Humble Beginnings to Global Sensation: The History of Peri Peri Spice - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

Humble Beginnings to Global Sensation: The History of Peri Peri Spice

Piri Piri, a fiery and flavorful chili pepper that has been used in Portuguese cuisine for centuries. On a trip to Portugal we had the opportunity to learn all about...
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Orange Blossom, Rose and Lavender Floral Waters: Enhancing Culinary Delights - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

Orange Blossom, Rose and Lavender Floral Waters: Enhancing Culinary Delights

In this blog post, we will dive into the captivating realms of orange blossom water, rose water, and lavender water. Join me, as we unravel the secrets of these aromatic... Read More
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Discover the Delicious and Nutritious Mediterranean Diet: A Foodie's Guide to Gourmet Spices and Exotic Flavors - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

Discover the Delicious and Nutritious Mediterranean Diet: A Foodie's Guide to Gourmet Spices and Exotic Flavors

The Mediterranean diet is known for its liberal use of a variety of herbs and spices to add depth and complexity to dishes and flavor to food without adding excess...
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The Story of Darjeeling Tea: The Champagne of Teas - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

The Story of Darjeeling Tea: The Champagne of Teas

Darjeeling tea, often called the "Champagne of Teas," is a celebrated black tea from  India, renowned for its unique musky and floral aroma. Its exceptional quality is due to the...
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Loose Leaf Tea: The Eco-Friendly and Healthy Choice - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

Loose Leaf Tea: The Eco-Friendly and Healthy Choice

Loose Leaf Tea: The Eco-Friendly and Healthy Choice Are Tea Bags Harmful? The Surprising Environmental and Health Concerns. When you reach for loose leaf tea over tea bags not only... Read More
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A Flavorful Exploration of French Piment d'Espelette: The Authentic Pepper from the Basque Region - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

A Flavorful Exploration of French Piment d'Espelette: The Authentic Pepper from the Basque Region

We were privileged to visit Espelette, France, to source our renowned Piment d'Espelette, bringing you the finest quality and authenticity straight from its origin. The Basque region, located in the... Read More
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The Evolution of American Barbecue: From Indigenous Techniques to Modern Styles - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

The Evolution of American Barbecue: From Indigenous Techniques to Modern Styles

Barbecue, barbeque, BBQ or bar-b-q, It doesn't matter if you can spell it, what matters is you can smell it! Explore the mouthwatering history of barbecue in the United States. From traditional... Read More
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How to Make Bitters and Liquors with Spices, Herbs and Botanicals - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

How to Make Bitters and Liquors with Spices, Herbs and Botanicals

I would like to give a special thank you Robert R for this blog post. A great customer, a gentleman, a scholar and a fantastic writer! Thank you again!  ... Read More
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All About Salt - How and Why We Use It - THE SPICE & TEA SHOPPE

All About Salt - How and Why We Use It

Explore the ancient history and versatile culinary uses of salt, a vital ingredient that has shaped civilizations. Learn about different types of salt, from Mediterranean Sea Salt to Himalayan Pink...
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