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When you’re planning meals, sometimes it can be difficult to think of recipes which tick all three categories: easy, healthy and taste good. If you need some inspiration, why not...
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Thai cuisine is known for its complex flavours and mix of sour, sweet, bitter and salty. If you’re looking to cook more Thai dishes at home, the first thing you...
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The good news keeps on coming here at Seasoned Pioneers. After six of our products won at the Great Taste Awards 2020 (one of the highest awards in the food...
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What is Jerk Seasoning? No matter where you are in the world, Jamaican cooking can transport you to the tropics thanks to the distinctive flavours of the ubiquitous jerk seasoning....
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Spices have long been integral to the UK's culinary landscape, adding depth, flavours, and richness to a myriad of dishes. From the pungent aroma of cumin in Indian curries to...
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Confetti is an essential part of any wedding day. Not only is it a wonderful way to greet a newlywed couple, but it also provides some beautiful photo opportunities. The...
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It’s no secret that any handmade gift will always be more special than a store-bought one. Homemade food gifts are especially wonderful, a labour of love that shows someone you...
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It’s no secret that winter’s cold and gloomy weather makes us crave indulgent dishes like fondue and baked goods like sticky toffee pudding and apple crumble. While Christmas is the...
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There’s a general misconception that vegan food is bland and restrictive, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. As animal products are omitted, the spotlight is on fresh produce,...
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The days are getting shorter, leaves are turning red and there’s an unmistakable chill in the air – autumn is well and truly here. One of the best things about...
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Herbs and spices are great additions to dishes, and not just for adults. As babies get older, it becomes more difficult to introduce bold flavours to their diet. Familiarising them...
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Kaffir Lime Leaf Powder is known as ‘makrut’ or ‘bergamot’ lime leaves, kaffir limes are small citrus fruits native to Southeast Asia. Both the fruit and the dark green, glossy...
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Seasoned Pioneers used on Delia through the Decades on BBC2...! In the TV series Delia through the Decades on Monday evening, Delia used our Cardamom Masala in her recipe for...
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Those essential condiments used to season our food every day come in many different guises and flavours. From the finest sources worldwide, each has their own highly distinctive flavour to...
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Turkey Hangover...?! Alternative Christmas Recipes and How To Use Christmas Leftovers Christmas has come and gone, and all that remains is a fridge full of leftovers. If you’re on your...
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We want to make sure we do everything we can to get your Christmas gifts & ingredients to you in time. Order by the dates below to guarantee that we...
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Salads are a versatile and refreshing dish that can be enjoyed year-round. While fresh ingredients play a significant role in creating a delicious salad, the right combination of seasonings can...
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Chips, are a beloved snack enjoyed by many around the globe, offering a blank canvas for culinary creativity. Learn how to season chips to perfection! While plain chips can be...
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Have you ever heard the saying 'You are what you eat'? The truth is that what we consume directly affects our health. Our diets perform a significant role in helping...
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Cod and Haddock are the most popular fish eaten in the UK (we all love a good chippy tea!) but the amount of other wonderful options is endless. If you...
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Chicken - ever popular, versatile and healthy - comes into its own when infused with a myriad of spices, herbs or spice blends that might not immediately come to mind...
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WIN TICKETS TO EUROVISION 2023 in LIVERPOOL! All about the Music The 67th Eurovision song contest is coming to our very own city of Liverpool! On behalf of Ukraine the...
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It’s no secret that herbs and spices are essential ingredients in Indian cuisine. If you love Indian food and want to learn to cook it at home, we have the...
Read More Mowgli Street Food By Nisha Katona Back in 2014, Nisha Katona made a huge career change, switching roles from barrister to restaurant owner. Her dream was to serve the sort...
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When it comes to foodie cities in the UK, Liverpool is up there as one of the best. You can find all kinds of cuisine here, from Lebanese and Turkish...
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A DIY charcuterie board makes the perfect table centrepiece this Christmas. The great thing about it is that you can experiment and tailor it to your taste. There’s no right...
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1. Bread sauce and stuffing croquettes This recipe from Olive Magazine is one of our favourites as you don’t have to go out of your way to make any extra...
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How To Make Mulled Wine The temperatures have dropped, the days are getting shorter and the decorations have gone up. That can only mean one thing: it’s officially mulled wine...
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What Is A Spice? We can all agree that food without spices would be rather boring. Spices give aroma, flavour, colour and sometimes even texture to many of our favourite...
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Best Herbs And Spices For Stir Fry Who doesn’t love a stir fry? Not only are they quick and easy to make, but they’re also a delicious way to get...
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Smoked paprika Smoked paprika is an essential spice in any chilli recipe. This is a Spanish speciality made by smoking pimentón (a type of pepper from La Vera in western...
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When it comes to meats, cooking with chicken is great because it’s so versatile. Frying, baking, grilling, sauteing, boiling and roasting are just some of the ways you can prepare...
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Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life. It marks the end of menstrual cycles and is diagnosed 12 months after a woman’s last period. Menopause brings about many...
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What is Aleppo pepper? Named after the Syrian city of Aleppo, you’ll also find this chilli going by the name of pul biber, Halaby pepper or Turkish red pepper flakes....
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Why a comprehensive spice range matters Is there anything more dispiriting than trudging down the same old local supermarket aisle week in, week out, to find the same old plain...
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Barbecue season is well and truly here. Having people round and want to make sure the grill will be packed with big, bold flavours? We’ll let you in on a...
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When you’re planning meals, sometimes it can be difficult to think of recipes which tick all three categories: easy, healthy and taste good. If you need some inspiration, why not...
Read More In honour of British Sandwich Week, we’re celebrating not just British sandwiches, but sandwiches from all around the world. Join us on a trip to South America, Asia, Africa and...
Read More What is British Sandwich Week? Each year, British Sandwich Week is celebrated across the UK. This year, the humble sandwich in all its glory will be celebrated between 22nd May...
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We have been asked a few times what are the best spices to use when cooking or smoking fresh trout so we though the following blog post would be helpful....
Read MoreWelcome to our spice blog. Seasoned Pioneers has been manufacturing spice blends and mixes for over 20 years and are based in the UK. So hopefully we know a little about spices! This spice blog was formally known as “The Knowledge” but rebranded in the 2020’s to “Blog” in the hope we can connect with more spice lovers. As you browse through our spice blog you will find lots of information about spices and ingredients, how to use them and why. Learn about their history and origins.
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