This story appears in the September 2019 issue of National Geographic magazine. In hopes of seeing why a peppercorn tastes peppery, Antonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723) soaked one in water and put ...

Although spices and herbs have been used since ancient times, they are playing a new and important role in modern food preparation. They not only add unique flavors to our food, but contribute color ...

Herbs and spices have been widely valued for centuries, both for their healing properties and their flavor. Modern research has found evidence for numerous health benefits. This article reviews 10 ...