Thursday, August 19, 2010

The Spice of Life - Williams-Sonoma Adds Extensive Spice Collection to Stores

Williams-Sonoma Butcher's Spice Kit
Thanks to one of our loyal readers for the tip on the new spice line at Williams-Sonoma!  The spice world just became a little bit spicier as retailer Williams-Sonoma recently launched a full selection of dried spices to their stores.  The line features several spices categorized by their use and pungency including Chilies, Ground and Whole Savory and Sweet spices, Salts, Spice Blends including Curries, all priced reasonably at US $5.95 to $7.95 for individual containers as well as great gift and starter sets like this Butcher's Spice Kit priced at US $48 which includes Barbecue Seasoning, Garlic Pepper Seasoning, Lemon-Herb Seasoning, Extra-Fine French Grey Sea Salt, Herbes de Provence Sea Salt, and Hickory-Smoked Sea Salt, presented in a lovely wooden spice caddy.  The collection does include some surprises such as granulated honey, herbs de provence and wild porcini sea salts and a tagine spice.  The curry powders are also some of the most extensive available with Japanese, African, Vindaloo and Vadouvan among the varieites.  Spices are available in-stores and on their website. 

This line should compete handily with other spice vendors including Dean and Deluca, Penzeys Spices and MySpiceSage.com.  For more information, please contact cooklikejackie@gmail.com.