Discover a spice book like no other from TV personality, food scientist and bestselling author, Dr Stuart Farrimond. Inside, you'll discover: - Featuring in-depth profiles for more than 60 spices organised by their dominant flavour compound - The story behind the spice including the plant, its cultivation and its cultural story - 52 recipe ideas using innovative spice blends from all corners of the world - Information on how to buy, store, prepare and cook with a range of spices Great cooking goes beyond following a recipe - it's knowing how to use the right combination of spices and herbs to get the greatest possible flavour from your dishes. From learning how the flavour compounds within spices work together to exploring the world's top spices, this is the perfect cookbook for curious cooks and adventurous foodies.