Today’s consumers are seeking foods that are healthy, fresh, aromatic, and flavorful. They want to indulge, but at the same time be well. The growing emphasis on tasty foods that provide well-being is drawing attention to spices as desirable ingredients for creating new products. Knowledge of the variety of spices used around the world, how they are prepared, and the way they are presented is critical for today’s food product designers.
Spices are also being researched for their medicinal value,…