The Spice Lover’s Guide to Herbs and Spices

Tony Hill’s “The Spice Lover’s Guide to Herbs and Spices” is an extensive reference book with over 125 herbs and spices. It combines the history of food, the folklore around the spice routes, and the author’s tasting notes. The book offers helpful tips on using popular chiles, distinguishing between real and cassia cinnamon, and stressing the value of knowing where your bay leaf comes from. It also provides the insider formulas for 85 of Hill’s famous herb and spice mixes, in addition to over 75 recipes for dishes with unique spice combinations.