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 zesty, a citrusy note with sweet almondCaffeine: About 1/3 of a […]

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 2/3 of a cup of coffee – but yaupon’s caffeine […]

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 coffee beansCaffeine: About half the amount of a cup of […]

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 to skewer… Shrimp Skewers with ChimichurriBright, fresh, garlicky, zingy – […]

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 hot dog round up below. Chicago(ish) DogPiled high with tomatoes, […]

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 caffeine. Masala Chai is a black tea blended with traditional […]

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 on your way to building salad masterpieces. Need more inspo? […]

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 Avocado Sandwich? That’s sounds a whole lot like avocado toast. […]

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 Here.

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 of hydration. Tea and botanicals have been used for generations […]

BEST DRESSED: 4 FAB SALAD DRESSINGS

There’s just something about homemade salad dressing. They’re a great way to make eating greens more interesting, and they simply taste better! Here are 4 salad dressings we turn to again and again. Caesar Dressing The dressing is salty-tangy-cheesy goodness. We teach this dressing often in our Teaching Kitchen, and it’s always an “oh wow” […]

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT: MADAGASCAR VANILLA BEANS

Even casual fans of the Food Network personality Ina Garten know she’s devoted to quality. In her TV show “Barefoot Contessa,” she often emphasizes using “good olive oil” and “good vanilla.” Madagascar vanilla beans often come up in her baking. They’re also one of the most-searched-for products. Are you curious about what to do with vanilla beans yourself? […]

MID CITY, MID CENTURY DINING ROOM MAKEOVER

My dining room has been a challenge since we purchased our ranch-style, circa 1970 home in South Baton Rouge nearly 18 years ago. Renovation plans were continually shelved over the years, and now that we’re soon-to-be empty nesters, we’re mulling a a new dilemma: renovate or relocate.  Cooking at home and sharing meals is my […]

The Big Burger Recipe Round-Up

Burgers. We consider them a supper solution for so many reasons. They come together quickly and adapt to the stovetop, oven or grill. They’re perfect for weeknight dinner but can also feed a weekend crowd. Tailgating, camping, slumber parties…burgers fit the bill.  Here’s a roundup of our favorites plus Anne’s newest creation: Bison Burgers with Smoky Mayo. […]

MEET THE ARTISAN: ASHLEY SAVOY OF GRINNINGJUPITER JAMMERY

This post is part of our Meet the Artisan series highlighting local food artisans, their products and their production processes. Product photo credit: Ashley Savoy. A food artisan is a person who uses non-industrialized methods of food production, usually by hand and in small batches to create a high-quality food product. This series seeks to focus […]

A Quick Guide to Every Spice And Herb In Your Kitchen

Ever wondered how to use wasabi powder? How about which type of cinnamon works best for baking? If you’ve ever faced flavor-confusion you’re not alone. With the large variety of herbs and spices on the market and in honor of National Spices and Herbs day, we’ve put together this quick guide covering the origins, uses and flavors of the most […]

Five Ways: Shallot Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Shallot Extra Virgin Olive Oil is one of those products that keeps proving itself a winner in dish after dish. Shallot give a mild onion-garlic flavor to this oil making it both delicious and versatile. Check out these Five Ways with Shallot Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 1. Cauliflower Toast. These cauliflower toasts are where simplicity meets big flavors. We […]

Five Ways: Rosemary Extra Virgin Olive Oil

You’ll be surprised by the fresh herbal flavor in our Rosemary Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Versatile in so many ways…here are our Five Ways: 1- Rosemary Kettle Chips – A simple bag of store-bought kettle chips, all gussied up and served with a cool, creamy dipping sauce? Yes, please! A drizzle of Rosemary Extra Virgin Olive Oil and […]