--- product_id: 255769836 title: "The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World" brand: "padma lakshmi" price: "73730CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/255769836-the-encyclopedia-of-spices-and-herbs-an-essential-guide-to store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World **Brand:** padma lakshmi **Price:** 73730CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World by padma lakshmi - **How much does it cost?** 73730CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/255769836-the-encyclopedia-of-spices-and-herbs-an-essential-guide-to) ## Best For - padma lakshmi enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted padma lakshmi brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description From the Emmy-nominated host of the award-winning Top Chef, an A-to-Z compendium of spices, herbs, salts, peppers, and blends, with beautiful photography and a wealth of explanation, history, and cooking advice. Award-winning cookbook author and television host Padma Lakshmi, inspired by her life of traveling across the globe, brings together the world's spices and herbs in a vibrant, comprehensive alphabetical guide. This definitive culinary reference book is illustrated with rich color photographs that capture the essence of a diverse range of spices and their authentic flavors. The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs includes complete descriptions, histories, and cooking suggestions for ingredients from basic herbs to the most exotic seeds and chilies, as well as information on toasting spices, making teas, and infusing various oils and vinegars. And no other market epitomizes Padma's love for spices and global cuisine than where she spent her childhood-lingering in the aisles of the iconic gourmet food store Kalustyan's, in New York City. Perfect for the holiday season and essential to any well-stocked kitchen or cooking enthusiast, The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs is an invaluable resource as well as a stunning and adventurous tour of some of the most wondrous and majestic flavors on earth. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Dimensions | 16.51 x 3.38 x 19.84 cm | | Edition | Illustrated | | Isbn 10 | 0062375237 | | Isbn 13 | 978-0062375230 | | Item Weight | 294 g | | Language | English | | Print Length | 352 pages | | Publication Date | 3 November 2016 | | Publisher | ECCO Press | ## Images ![The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XT--CFGwL.jpg) ![The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Q1zgxOHWS.jpg) ![The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Thm3jkkhL.jpg) ![The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BerRJuZ9L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ There are way more interesting books about spices *by on Reviewed in Mexico 5 April 2026* If you're a serious food nerd i think this book might be too superficial for you as well. It's more like a trendy coffee table book. The write ups are meh. There's some interesting tid bits here and there, but overall... not convincing. At least half the book, if not more, is photos. If you're a beginner or a kid or just not THAT passionate about spices, this book will suffice. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Spicing Up My Life! *by on Reviewed in Canada 2 April 2024* Useful little reference book of all the spices and herbs, nicely alphabetized from A to Z. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have for your kitchen *by on Reviewed in the United States 8 December 2016* This is a must have if you are even a little serious about cooking. I wanted it after seeing her on the Late Show, yes a Colbert bump. I am so glad I did. In fact I bought two more as Xmas gifts, yes it is that good. In-depth knowledge is shared on each spice, some I have never heard about before, their uses including some medicinal uses, how much to use, what it would be good on or in, taste profile and so on. Fennel Pollen? I had no idea this even existed!Do not be put off by the silly reviewers saying there are not recipes, it is not a cookbook nor does it say that it is. If you want a cookbook, buy one, don't slam a book because it is not something it doesn't say it is. BUT, it is a wonderful resource for every kitchen, and it does that very well.It is an Encyclopedia, of great spices, get it, you will not be disappointed. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World - The Science of Spice: Understand Flavor Connections and Revolutionize Your Cooking - The Spice and Herb Bible --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/255769836-the-encyclopedia-of-spices-and-herbs-an-essential-guide-to](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/255769836-the-encyclopedia-of-spices-and-herbs-an-essential-guide-to) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-07-21*