WASHINGTON — When Brandon Shapiro returned from a trip to Israel three years ago, the Bethesda-based chef developed an interest in spices — especially those he tasted on his travels. The more he ...

Using more spices and herbs are great ways to reduce salt in your diet. First, however, they need to be flavorful, hence fresh. A great habit to get into is to date any newly purchased spice with a ...

While older spices aren't unsafe to use, they can lead to uninspired, dull dishes that just aren't as vibrant and flavorful as they could be. By regularly checking your spices for freshness and ...

Spices aren’t for special occasions, and they’re not doing you any favors languishing in your kitchen cabinet. Whenever you’re seasoning with salt and pepper, that’s an opportunity to introduce a dry ...

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