Spices really add zest to food when cooking. The right dosage is key. But how long do spices actually retain their flavor?

Take a look in your pantry. Have some of those spice jars been around longer than you can remember? Maybe they've been tucked away since your last holiday baking spree or when you splurged on that ...

Once spices get old and dull, you might be tempted to feed them to your trash can. However, in some cases, you can draw more ...

Most of us closely monitor expiration dates on meat or dairy, but how many of us are thinking about our spices? Those little jars might seem to last forever, but just like any ingredient, they degrade ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Spice blends are mainstays of cooks the world over. A Punjabi cook has his garam masala at the ready for everyday seasoning. A Lebanese, her baharat for ...

Whether you make them at home, or opt to purchase pre-mixed blends, these spice blends are a must-have for any home cook. Alexandra Domrongchai is a food and travel writer based out of New York. With ...