Long before I started to cook, I knew how important it was to spice up your life… courtesy of Baby, Scary, Sporty, Ginger, and Posh. Gratuitous Spice Girls mention aside, in terms of spice in the ...

Mention tteokbokki and what often comes to mind is an image of plump, cylindrical rice cakes swimming in a pool of spicy red sauce with fishcakes and maybe some soft-boiled eggs on the side. But not ...

Noticing so many eastern Mediterranean and Lebanese restaurants becoming popular, I was hungry for a quick dinner with their savory and aromatic flavors. Using za'atar found in the spice section of ...

Za’atar is a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend that combines thyme, oregano, sumac and sesame seeds. Add it to almonds for a tangy, nutty bite. If you already have a prepared za’atar spice blend ...

Note: Find sumac in the spice aisles of many grocery stores and co-ops; it adds a distinct lemony tang. If sumac is not available, substitute equal amounts of dried lemon zest. The sesame seeds are ...

These generously seasoned, sweet roasted carrots remind me that this vegetable can take on such a variety of spices. The Middle Eastern spice za’atar is typically a blend of thyme, sumac, and sesame ...

With a name that sounds like an exotic superhero, za’atar can save food from blandness with just a sprinkle. The woodsy, herbal, citrusy spice blend from the Middle East is thrilling to eat — one ...

We’ve made it through winter, so let’s celebrate! It’s time for asparagus, snap peas, lettuces and vibrant greens. Time to get to the farmers market and grab rhubarb by the bundle and rush home to ...

Equally appropriate as a snack or a party appetizer, these za'atar- and cumin-spiced roasted chickpeas are a versatile nibble you'll make time and time again. Additionally, they're an excellent ...

With a lot of thanks to Hashem, we just returned from an amazing Sukkos in Yerushalayim. It’s such a glorious time of year to visit Israel. While we were there, we explored the shuk. The sights, ...