Taste is everything

Saffron has a subtly earthy & grassy flavor & aroma, yet sweet, similar to floral & honey. No spice is more special than saffron. With an unmistakable scent and flavor, saffron straddles sweet and savory effortlessly, and it bestows a striking golden hue on every dish it graces. A few strands of saffron will transform a long list of dishes, adding a mysterious allure to everything from risottos and milk puddings to rich curries and fish stews.

Recipes & How to Use It

As with most spices, saffron tastes better and reveals a stronger flavor when heated. Soak saffron threads in hot liquid (water, stock or milk) for at least 10 minutes, this will help draw out the color and to ensure that it’s evenly distributed throughout the dish. Then, add the liquid to the dish towards the end of cooking

Alternatively, saffron can be slightly toasted on a dry frying pan and then ground with a pestle and mortar into a powder. A small pinch in a large pot of food gives a dish a richer, fuller, and much more aromatic flavor. We particularly love adding saffron to teas and rice dishes.