Sheila Dillon embarks on a journey through the world of spices, starting with the clove.
Sheila Dillon looks at the modern vanilla trade and meets a young British vanilla grower.
Sheila Dillon explores a food story of decline and revival - British mustard.
Yasmin Khan discovers the unexpected British story of her favourite spice, saffron.
Anna Jones visits Cornwall to find out how to harvest saffron.
How a dollop of the humble yellow condiment can help to keep you healthy.
Sheila Dillon explores a bulb which arouses strong feelings - and aromas - garlic.
Nigel Slater makes a confession about the spice...
For Nigel Slater, nutmeg is 'the scent of Christmas', but Sheila Dillon needs convincing.
Cyrus Todiwala celebrates the role of spice in Britain's community, identity and taste.
Sheila Dillon investigates the culinary use and the latest medical findings on turmeric.