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Whether you are trying to recreate a family recipe from the old world, or you are planning an adventure for your tastebuds, Oak City Spice Blends can take your meal from ordinary to extraordinary. Is your recipe missing just that one flavor that you can’t find on the tip of your tongue? Let us help you to perfect your culinary creations to be better than you remember, and more than you could ever imagine.
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The Heritage Table: The Story of Ying Yang—Harmony in a Teaspoon
I love this image so much—I think i nailed it LOL Balanced, bold, and endlessly versatile, Chinese Five Spice — known in Oak City Spice...
Elevated Wilde Garlek Quinoa
If quinoa ever had its own competitive league (like baseball but with more protein and fewer peanuts), I’d be a champion. 🏆 The only...
Chai Pie Wallah Puff Pastry Swirls
Four ingredients. Forty minutes. A lifetime of “Wow, you made these?!” Sweet brown sugar + warm Chai Pie Wallah spice tucked into...
Fluffy Za'atar
“Every sprinkle of Fluffy Za’atar is a taste of history — gluten-free and brimming with ancient flavor.” 🌿 Fluffy Za’atar: A Journey...
Cowboy Crunch Cheesy Toast
Servings: 4 slices | Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 5 min | Total Time: 10 min Ingredients: 4 slices sourdough bread 1 cup shredded...
Cowboy Skillet Crunch
A crispy, savory, bacon-kissed side dish with bold flavor from Oak City’s Cowboy Crunch. Ingredients 1 medium potato, parboiled and diced...
The Heritage Table: A Chili for All Seasons
It was a hot July afternoon when the request came in: “Can we have chili for dinner?” Of course we can. Comfort knows no calendar. Some...
The Heritage Table: A History of the Croque Monsieur — From Parisian Cafés to Your Kitchen Countertop
Golden, melty, and just crisp enough around the edges, the Croque Monsieur is France’s answer to the eternal question: “What’s for...
The Heritage Table: A History of Fritters — From Medieval Feasts to Market Day Treats
Michel listening to sage advice Golden and crisp, sweet or savory, fritters are proof that sometimes the best ideas are the simplest. A...
Slow Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables in a Tajine and Uppity Chicken Seasoning
Serves: 4 Cook Time: 2.5 hours Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 1 whole chicken (about 3.5–4 lbs), spatchcocked or cut into 8 pieces...
The Heritage Table: The History of Compound Butter – From French Kitchens to Modern Boards
Compound butter—flavored butter made by blending herbs, spices, or other ingredients into softened butter—is often thought of as a...
The Heritage Table: The History of Cookbooks – From Clay Tablets to Church Kitchens by Oak City Spice Blends
When you flip through a modern cookbook—full of glossy photos, ingredient lists, and step-by-step instructions—it's easy to forget that...
Creamy La Spezia Pastina
Today I made a dish that took me straight to Italy — and it only took 15 minutes. I started with the classic comfort of pastina, but gave...
Simple Chicken & White Bean Chili Soup with Uppity Chicken Seasoning
There’s something comforting about a big pot of homemade soup—especially when it’s as easy as this Chicken & White Bean Chili Soup....
The Heritage Table: Bay Leaf – From Laurel Crowns to Kitchen Kings
A Leaf Fit for Emperors Long before it flavored our soups and sauces, the bay leaf was a symbol of triumph and wisdom. Laurel wreaths,...
La Spezia Italian Scrambled Eggs
Ingredients 3 large eggs 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded 1/2–1 tsp Oak City Spice Blends La Spezia ...
Lemon & Chai Pie Wallah Cake
Ingredients: 2 cups cake flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp Oak City Spice Blends Chai Pie Wallah...
How to Tell If Your Spices Are Still Good: Why Testing Beats Tossing
If you’ve ever stared at an old jar of spice and wondered, “Is this still good?”—you’re not alone. As the owner of Oak City Spice Blends...
Lu Bao Egg Drop Soup
Looking for a soup that’s faster than takeout and way more fun to make? Introducing the Lu Bao Egg Drop Soup
The Heritage Table: Black Pepper & Baden-Württemberg — German Spice Traditions Reimagined
Germany may be known for its beer and bratwurst, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find an enduring love affair with one of the world’s...
The Heritage Table: Exploring Chilean Roots—A History of Heat, Heart, and Who's Your Zaddy!
Chilean cuisine is shaped by the land — the Andes, the sea, and the long spine of fertile valleys — and by a powerful mix of indigenous...
The Heritage Table: Fire and Fragrance – Berbere from Oak City Spice Blends
In the highlands of Ethiopia and Eritrea, where coffee ceremonies stretch into hours and communal meals are sacred, there exists a spice...
The Heritage Table: Exploring Fluffy Za’atar – A Taste of Middle Eastern History
Za’atar is not just a spice blend; it's a tapestry woven with threads of history, tradition, and family secrets from the heart of the...
The Heritage Table: How Chicken and Pastry Got to North Carolina
For the Love of Broth, Dough, and the Deep Flavor of Viking Salt An exploration for medieval enthusiasts and modern cooks alike ...
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