6 Beet Root Powder Recipes | Starwest Botanicals(Post)

    As you can see by the diversity of recipes below, beet root really is versatile! Not only is beet rich in vitamins and minerals, making it perfect to add to recipes for a little extra nutrient boost,

    The Week the World Softens (Post)

    The warehouse carried a different kind of quiet once the last Cyber Monday order slipped out the door. Not silence. More like the air exhaled after holding its breath for too long. The kind of calm th

    Sourcing Story: Sri Lanka | Starwest Botanicals (Post)

                                          Some spices you reach for without a second thought, a pinch of cinnamon, a dash of nutmeg, a sprinkle of white pepper. But those little flavor moments deserve b

    How To Make Hibiscus Tea | Starwest Botanicals(Post)

    Hibiscus, also called japa in Sanskrit, is astringent and sweet in taste with a cooling action. Through the lens of Ayurveda, it is said to decreases pitta (fire) and kapha (earth and water) in th

    Rose Recipes for Radiance | Starwest Botanicals(Post)

    Has anyone else noticed that rose is popping up everywhere — especially in trendy beverages, treats, and skin care? Personally, I love it and am welcoming this rose renaissance with open arms. If you’

    Curry Spices, Indian Spices and Thai Spices for Delicious Dishes | Starwest Botanicals(Post)

    Curries are traditionally spicy vegetable dishes found in many regions in Asia and India, although some dishes may also include tofu or meats. The word "curry" can also refer to a sauce that is used t

    Who We Become In The Fall(Post)

    It started one afternoon in the office, the way most of our favorite ideas do, with tea on the table, Melissa chiming in from customer service (always feisty, always right), and Bassma sketching out w

    The Herbs & Spices That Still Surprise Us (Post)

    There’s always that moment in the office when someone stops mid-sentence and says, “Wait, did you know that?” It happens at least once a week. Sometimes it’s Kai talking about how a plant grows, or Me

    Cloves Recipes and Remedies | Starwest Botanicals(Post)

    If you primarily associate clove with pumpkin spiced lattes, I’m thrilled to report that there is a whole world of untapped recipes and remedies that feature clove in subtle and surprising ways. Below

    How Long Do Dried Herbs Last? | Starwest Botanicals (Post)

    With herbs and spices, a little goes a long way. A dash of ginger adds richness and depth to your dish, while too much can overshadow other flavors. But if you’ve been using the same jar of sage for t

    Cooking with Cardamom | Starwest Botanicals(Post)

    Cardamom, also called ela in Sanskrit, has been a staple spice in the Ayurvedic paradigm for thousands of years. Ayurveda is the ancient healing science of India with more than 5,000 years of case stu

    A Thanksgiving Survival Guide, Starwest-Style (Post)

    We weren’t planning on creating a Thanksgiving survival strategy. But then Brian asked if it’s “too early to start marinating the turkey,” and that was the end of productivity for the day.  It started