Hurricanes bring many challenges. With a power loss as a possibility in any storm, here’s how we prep: 1. Clean out the fridge. Toss expired items, keeping in mind the impact on the trash bins. We clean all the glass jars to repurpose so as to not […]
I do! Tie The Knot with Wedding Day Teas
Wedding bells will ring with these two celebratory teas that are the perfect match. Serve them on the big day. Package them up for favors. Offer them at brunch, luncheons and rehearsal dinners. WEDDING CAKE TEA FAST FACTS Type: OolongPlace: TaiwanIngredients: Formosa Oolong, AlmondFlavor Profile: Rich and […]
Get To Know Yaupon Tea
Yaupon is the only caffeinated plant native to North America. It has been harvested, dried and enjoyed as a envigorating beverage by many indigenous peoples for centuries. YAUPON FAST FACTS Type: Caffeinated Botanical (yaupon holly)Place: TexasIngredients: YauponFlavor Profile: Bright, vegetal, reminiscent of green tea Caffeine: About […]
Rise & Shine! Meet Mocca Tea
Good Morning, Sunshine! Meet your new wake-up friend. If you love coffee and chocolate, you’re going to LOVE Mocca Tea. MOCCA TEA FAST FACTS Type: Black Tea Place: Andes MountainsIngredients: Columbian Black Tea, Coffee Beans, Cacao NibsFlavor Profile: Rich, malty, sweetness from cacao, pleasant bitterness from […]
Round-Up: Skewers
Skewers are perfect for summertime and backyard hangs. They’re an easy solution for fall and tailgates. We’ve been known to pop skewers into the oven in the middle winter. Skewers are for everyone and every season. Here’s a roundup of four of our fave ways […]
Round-Up: Hot Dogs And Fixins
Hot Dogs are perfect for…every occasion? Customizable, easy to eat, and a fun fix when you have to feed a crowd. Line them up on the grill or toss them in a pan to get them ready for the topping assembly line. Check out our […]
Four LESSONS FROM TEACHING COOKING CLASSES
We’ve taught over 300 cooking classes at Red Stick Spice. That’s a whole lot of teachable moments. And while we are the instructors, we’ve been taught some very important lessons. Here are 4 of those lessons. Adopt them in your kitchen, and you’ll prove you […]
TEA MEETUP: MASALA CHAI AND COCONUT CHAI
Chai tea is a big subject in the shop. The combination of warm spices seems to be a favorite for so many. Masala Chai and Coconut Chai share spiced flavors, they are on the opposite end of the spectrum when it comes to origin, processing method and […]
HOW TO BUILD A SALAD IN A JAR
We are all about a customizable salad. Packing it in a reusable jar? Even better. It’s like a hug for your belly and the earth all at once. Plus, these jars are the official end of sad desk lunches. This infographic will get you well […]
HEY, MOMMA. a mother’s day message from anne.
This black & white photo is a Mother’s Day shot from 2000. I remember it well. It was a hot day and a rough photo shoot. I was so frustrated by the lack of cooperation from my wiggly, thumb-sucking children, and I “settled” for this […]
Round-Up: Toast
At Red Stick Spice, we love toast. If we could, we would eat toast for breakfast, lunch, dinner. It’s a national treasure. For our fellow toast devotees, here’s a round-up. So, tell us, how do you toast? Open Faced Avocado Sandwiches with Lemon Avocado Oil Open-faced […]
A GUIDE TO THAWING MEAT
Understanding how to properly thaw your frozen meats will come in handy when you’re trying to get dinner on the table quickly. Aside from saving you time, knowing these tips and techniques will teach you how to thaw your protein in a food-safe way! Grab the Printable pdf […]
9 EASY STEPS TO ORGANIZING YOUR SPICE CABINET WITH SOUTH COAST ORGANIZERS
Sara West launched her organizing business, South Coast Organizers, in 2018 and assists people in organizing and decluttering to bring their dream spaces to life. Sara blows us away so we had her share with us steps to help you get your spice cabinet cleaned, […]
TEA FOR EVERY MOOD
Tea gives us all the feels. We especially love that tea can address feelings, moods, aches, insomnia and lack of focus. While tea is not a cure-all, adding tea to your daily routine is a good idea. At its core, tea is an excellent source […]
WHITE LIGHT NIGHT 2019
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MEET ANNE
Anne’s BackgroundAnne Milneck is the owner of Red Stick Spice Company. Originally from LaPlace, Louisiana, Anne has lived in Baton Rouge for more than 20 years. She studied journalism at LSU and earned a culinary degree from the John Folse Culinary Institute at Nicholls State University. […]
ANNE MILNECK’S CROHN’S CRUSADE
From In Register June 2019. Written by Amy Alexander. Photos by Collin Richie. It’s a subject no one wants to talk about. But that doesn’t make it go away. In fact, not talking about a significant disease only makes it less understood and more difficult to navigate. […]
CHRONIC DISEASE: 3 TIPS FOR EMBRACING YOUR FOOD PLAN
I recently attended the President’s Summit for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation—my son Clay was diagnosed with severe Crohn’s disease in 2016, and I serve as the local chapter board President. As I read the conference agenda, I was very excited about a session on the latest […]