Originally from tropical Africa, sesame was then introduced to Lebanon. Once roasted, it releases notes of hazelnut which will enchant breads, fish, avocados, mangos and roast apples.
This seed gave its name to the Mexican state of Chiapas. It was a staple food of the Aztec people and is delicious with summer salads, home-made smoothies, or exotic fruits.
Assam pepper is picked in the Brahmaputra river valleys, in North-East India.
It releases spicy yet refreshing notes with a zingy tang. Crush it roughly with a pestle and mortar and sprinkle over your winter vegetables, delicate fish or grilled meat.
The sweet and juicy flesh so characteristic of pears goes wondrously with the animal notes of white Penja pepper and will enchant all your poultry and blue cheese. Truly divine with foie gras!