Spices Jar and Refills

With a plethora of imaginative names in different languages, the Italian - and most common - name, porcini, means 'piglets' in English. When dried, the flavour of these much relished mushrooms intensifies to a meaty, creamy and nutty palate; the aroma is reminiscent of sourdough. These whole dried slices rehydrate in warm water, releasing a rich mushroom stock alongside the tender pieces.

Be careful when you stick your nose into a bag of galangal and inhale - it is surprisingly hot and will trigger your sinuses as though you are sick in bed with the cold. Similar in taste to ginger, with fruitier tones, galangal is used in many Asian cuisines to give more punch than ginger.

Garam masala is a popular Indian spice blend, made differently in every house and region of the country. In Hindi, 'garam' means hot, and 'masala' means spice, referring to the blend’s typical pungency from big and bold spices like cardamom, ginger and cumin. Containing no chilli, our garam masala is perfect for making an aromatic curry for the whole family. It’s one of the most versatile Indian blends and pairs well with chicken, vegetables and legumes.

Flavour Notes: Warmly spiced, aromatic, earthy

Cuisine: Indian

Heat Level: 0/5

No fresh garlic on hand? No problem! Our Garlic Lovers' Spice can be used as a quick substitute for any recipe calling for garlic. A carbohydrate's best friend, use it with bread, pasta and potatoes. Combine soft butter and Garlic Lovers' Spice for an easy garlic butter, to be spread on a sliced baguette for the perfect garlic bread. For a garlicky mashed potato, add 1 tsp when mashing. This will quickly become a pantry staple, earning its place beside the salt and pepper!

Flavour Notes: Garlicky, savoury, slightly herbaceous

Cuisine: European

Heat Level: 0/5

Rumoured to have originated from the cold lands of Siberia, garlic (like its relative, the onion) has been gracing dishes since ancient times, and remains one of the most universal ingredients in kitchens around the world. In powder form, its flavour is punchier and more concentrated than fresh garlic, and it blends evenly into rubs, marinades and dressings.

Consider this the much-improved, very gourmet version of traditional garlic salt. Blended using premium garlic and onion to give a sweet rather than bitter taste, Garlic Salt can be used in everything! This absolutely addictive blend will lift any dish.

Flavour Notes: Garlicky, savoury, lightly sweet, lightly herbaceous

Cuisine: Italian

Heat Level: 0/5

This tuberous rhizome has been travelling across oceans since Chinese navigators began growing it in planter boxes onboard their vessels. Versatile and well represented in many cuisines, ginger in its powdered form can be added to stir-fry dishes, noodles and rice, sauces and marinades.

Gingerbread Spice makes a sweet, spiced biscuit or cake enjoyed throughout the world. Germans appreciate it as lebkuchen; in France, pain d'épices; in Brazil, pão de mel; and in the UK, US and Australia, good old-fashioned gingerbread. A highly versatile blend, it also pairs well with chocolate, smoothies and savoury dishes like roast pumpkin.

Flavour Notes: Warmly spiced, intense, aromatic

Cuisine: German

Heat Level: 0/5

Back in stock! Limited quantity available. In Goddess of Hunting, you will experience the wild rusticity of forest flavours: earthy porcini, pine-scented juniper and roasted, nutty cocoa.

Once only reserved for the aristocracy and royalty, game is now widely favoured throughout Europe. This handsome blend brings out the extraordinary taste of wild game when used in sauces, roasts and ragù.

Picture a provincial Greek taverna, with heady wafts of oregano and grilled meats drifting from the kitchen. Our Greek Grilling Spice captures those classic flavours of oregano and garlic, with native lemon myrtle standing in for citrus, rounded out with rosemary and other warming spices. Mix with oil and marinate before grilling or frying, or rub into roasts such as a leg of lamb. Its bright, herbaceous and savoury notes suit seafood just as well, or sprinkle over fried saganaki for a fragrant lift.

Flavour Notes: Herbaceous, garlicky, zesty, Mediterranean

Cuisine: Greek

Heat Level: 0/5

Guacamole Spice is a great addition to any Mexican feast. Originating with the Aztecs in Mexico, Guacamole is now eaten worldwide as a condiment, dip, spread and with salads. Our spice mix is a family favourite with versatile uses, and is the key ingredient in a flavourful, easy-to-make guacamole. Enjoy with warm tortilla chips or in a taco.

Flavour Notes: Bright, citrusy, savoury

Cuisine: Mexican

Heat Level: 0/5

Hot, hot, hot! But oh, so delicious. Harissa is consumed in its native Tunisia as an accompaniment to couscous, grilled meats and slow-cooked stews. It is a versatile chilli blend that can be used in many ways. This spicy seasoning can be stirred into soups and stews, used as a dry rub, mixed with plain yoghurt to marinate chicken or as a dip, or combined with diced tomatoes to spoon onto kebabs and wraps.

Flavour Notes: Punchy, fiery, smoky, fragrant

Cuisine: Tunisian

Heat Level: 4/5

A sampler version of our top selling spice blend, this spice sachet and matching recipe is a thoughtful way to introduce Gewürzhaus spices to family and friends.

Hot, hot, hot! But oh, so delicious. Harissa spice mix is consumed in its native Tunisia as an accompaniment to many dishes like couscous and grilled meats. Harissa is a versatile chilli blend that can be used in many ways. This spicy seasoning can be stirred into soups and stews, mixed with plain yoghurt to marinate chicken or as a dip, combine with diced tomatoes to spoon onto kebabs and wraps or use as a dry rub.

Inspired by the bustling hawker halls of South-East Asia, this full-flavoured blend is perfect for mid-week family dinners and entertaining. A mix of warm spices, complex aromatics and vibrant herbs, it works equally well as a marinade, dry rub, stir-fry seasoning or curry base. Equally delicious on chicken, pork, tofu and vegetables.

Flavour Notes: Aromatic, mild heat, herbaceous

Cuisine: South East Asian

Heat Level: 1/5

Lavender, thyme and other aromatic herbs litter the fields in France's Provence, and here are blended into the region's famous herb mixture. Aromatic, floral and sophisticated, our version of Herbes de Provence adds orange peel and raspberry leaf for something different. Use in casseroles, vegetable dishes and in sauces.

Flavour Notes: Herbaceous, floral, bright

Cuisine: French

Heat Level: 0/5

Himalayan Pink Salt is prized for its distinctive mineral-rich flavour. Born of the Jurassic era, this 250-million-year-old, hand-mined salt has been shielded from pollution for centuries. The delightful grains of pink, red and white are ideal for grilling or roasting meat, fish or chicken. Himalayan Pink Salt is ideal in a salt grinder for use as table salt.