The Spice Companion

The Spice Companion is the essential reference book for using spices to improve your health and well-being, as well as add flavor to your dishes. This beautifully illustrated guide sets out everything you need to know about the culinary, medical and cosmetic uses of more than 50 spices in a clear and easy-to-understand directory. Featuring culinary classics, such as saffron and coriander, as well as more unusual spices, such as nigella and cassia-this fascinating book explores their historical origins, modern uses and healing properties.