#Cooktober THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPICES & HERBS by Padma Lakshmi "Confession: I am not a very experienced cook, which means I am often overwhelmed by the scope of cooking encyclopedias. Luckily, Lakshmi has my back. While The Encyclopedia of Spices & Herbs is comprehensive and informative, it is also kind to the newcomer. There are recipes that involve many of the spices, pointers on how to use the exotic ones, and a fresh perspective on those more often used. Perfect for the home cook or anyone thinking of becoming one." - Jax #cooking #october #cookbooks #theencyclopediaofspicesandherbs #padmalakshmi #spices #herbs #cookingreference #cookbookrecommendations (at Bookshop Santa Cruz)













