It used to tint sweets. Now saffron is spicing up perfumes, soothing skin and proving that India’s most sacred ingredient has ...

Saffron has an unforgettable flavor.. It is known as the world’s most expensive spice (called red gold) costing about $5,000 per pound. But what is saffron and why is does it cost so much? The tiny ...

Saffron is known as "Red Gold" due to its distinct flavor, rich color, and medicinal properties. Its high price is due to the time-consuming harvesting process and the fact that each flower produces ...

Saffron has been used medicinally for 4,000 years, to treat at least 90 different illnesses. But in supplements today, it's become an evidence-based, natural mood booster that rivals pharmaceuticals ...

At $100 per gram, to say saffron is a delicacy would be an understatement. Saffron is known for giving dishes like Spanish paella its rich flavor and golden tint and has long been a reputable spice ...

Depending on your taste preferences, certain spices—including but absolutely not limited to oregano, cayenne, and cinnamon—may be staples in your pantry. One less common spice that you may not keep in ...

With a little effort and patience, Marin home gardeners can cultivate Crocus sativus, the plant that produces saffron.

Saffron isn’t just another spice on the shelf. It’s been traded like treasure, measured in tiny threads, and spoken about in ancient texts with almost sacred reverence. Farmers in Iran still rise ...

In the world of culinary treasures and exotic flavors, few spices come close to saffron. In fact, saffron is one of the most ...

I first was exposed to saffron when I worked at the White Bear Yacht Club. One summer, Bruno, the head chef featured cuisine from a different country every few weeks. He did his research and came up ...

Dairy products like milk or cream make for the best bases to highlight saffron's uniqueness. When paired with dairy, saffron ...