"Being an Indian, spices are the foundation for the food we eat daily. Some dishes have richer and more complex flavors, utilizing whole spices in different forms. The variety in our food is flavorful and vibrant, with spices having unique properties to aid in nutrition and digestion. The benefits of spices are also known through the ancient science of Ayurveda, and their medicinal properties are used to balance and harmonize our bodily constitution and health. Many spices that were shown to be rare or endangered are still commonly used in our kitchens, it was wonderful to learn more about them."

Vrinda Sharma, The Forgotten Spices

"A much needed book which you may want to keep in your library for your family and future generations. I loved that at its core, not all is doomed — no scary post-apocalyptic notion, but rather resilience, sustainability, and a natural outlook. Great illustrations and tips to use at all times, but especially at times of uncertainty and crises. The emphasis on biodiversity, the richness of the tips, working with your resources, self-sufficiency tools were all very useful and engaging to read about. I took away a ton."

Didem Durak Akser, Cultivating during Wartime