Historic Spices for Historic Dishes

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Assorted spice jars on display
Baked veggie medley in a bowl

The Most Original and Authentic Spice Blends

Easily create dishes with flavors from around the world. All are created with historical accuracy, premier ingredients, and recipes to savor. Each blend has been thoroughly researched and used in 5-star recipes to represent the generational flavors of many cultures and periods of history. Because of the care and accuracy of each blend, you will experience a robust and refreshing flavor that will elevate even the simplest of dishes. Most spice blends can be used for recipes, rubs, dips, and sauces. Try a blend and experience a historical culinary experience.

Chef Rick

Chef Rick resides in Rio Rancho, NM, and is an International/Cultural Chef with a specialty in historic flavor profiles. This means he has researched the origins of flavors from various time periods, cultures, populations, and regions. He has recreated original dishes and created new dishes to sustain their existence. Many ancient flavor profiles have changed and have been molded into forms that we are familiar with today. But it is the generational, original, and lost flavors that Chef Rick has devoted his cooking to over the years. Considering historic cultures, politics, population movements, wars, food, plants available at various times in history, and many other aspects, Chef Rick has been able to recreate many flavors, dishes, and spice blends. He is certified by the International World Association of Chef Societies. Since becoming disabled in 2017, Chef Rick has produced many of the historical flavors for the consumer market.
Indian curry with naan bread
Deborah G.

Deborah G.

Roasted Tunisian Harissa Vegetables Perfection Deborah!

Bowl of chili with cheese and onions

Karen Spenner

Midwest Sweet Chili
One can tomato sauce, one can crushed tomatoes, and Midwestern Sweet Chili

"I just made a pot of chili with Chef Rick's Midwestern Sweet Chili and Hot Sauce Blends. It's not ready, but I may be full before it's ready!!!"

Thanks, Karen...And yes, this delectable dish was created by my sister!

New Mexico Taste The Tradition

Words From Those Who've Tasted History

Real experiences from customers who've explored authentic historic flavors.