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These two spice mixes originate from different parts of the globe and while they have some similarities, the dishes they're used in are usually quite different.

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Spice mistress Sarina Kamini explains how warm spices such as ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove bring structure and comfort in cooking. In her new book What We Call Masala, Sarina Kamini takes ...

Turmeric was used in Vedic rituals for protection and healing, called Haridra. Black pepper is praised in Charaka Samhita for digestion and sensory awakening. Masala dabba is a culinary heirloom ...

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