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789: World of Spices with Sana Javeri Kadri and Ethan Frisch

The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters

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The Origins of Spices and the Exploitative Spice Trade

In this chapter, the speaker discusses the history of the spice trade, highlighting the exploitation by colonizers and the system of middlemen that resulted in poor pay for farmers and low quality spices. They also touch upon the issue of aged spices and the lack of focus on freshness. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of equitable pay for farm partners and the cultural significance of spices.

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