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A Taste of Spices

by admin — last modified Aug 27, 2014 03:52 PM
Part of the "Tasting Thru Time" Series
When Sep 10, 2014
from 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Where 2715 Q Street, NW
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Contact Phone (202) 337-2288
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What's Kitchen Pepper? Where does allspice come from? How do I use mace in a recipe? Why did Medieval people use so many spices in their dishes? Attend this fun and informative program to learn about the history of spices from the important trade in pepper from the Middle East to the Far East along the Silk Road to today's modern international palate. A variety of popular and some obscure spices will be discussed to raise your awareness of their history and uses so the next time you stroll down the spice aisle in your local grocery store, you will know the secrets in those little canisters and jars. Tasting to follow program

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