Sri Lankan Spices

Spices

Buying guides, health benefits and culinary stories for Sri Lankan spices.

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Ceylon Cinnamon vs Cassia: Why True Cinnamon Matters

Most cinnamon sold worldwide is actually cassia. Discover what makes genuine Ceylon cinnamon different — and why it belongs in every kitchen.

Ceylon Blends Spice House6 min read

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Sourcing and Sustainability: How Ceylon Blends Works with Spice Farmers

Behind every jar of Ceylon Blends spice is a relationship with a farmer. Here is how we source — and why it matters.

Ceylon Blends Spice House4 min read

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Cardamom, Cloves and Black Pepper: The Holy Trinity of Ceylon Spices

Cardamom, cloves, and black pepper are the aromatic backbone of Sri Lankan cooking. Here is what makes each one special and how to use them.

Ceylon Blends Spice House5 min read

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Black Pepper vs White Pepper: Differences and Best Uses

Both come from the same plant, but black pepper and white pepper have genuinely different flavour profiles and different culinary roles.

CeylonBlends Editorial3 min read

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Roasted vs Unroasted Curry Powder: Which Should You Use?

Choosing the wrong curry powder is the most common mistake in Sri Lankan cooking. Here's the simple rule that fixes everything.

CeylonBlends Editorial3 min read

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Chilli in Sri Lankan Cooking: A Cultural Deep Dive

Sri Lankan food has a well-deserved reputation for heat — but the way chilli is used here is more nuanced and sophisticated than most outsiders realise.

CeylonBlends Editorial4 min read

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Ceylon Cinnamon Oil: Culinary and Wellness Uses

Ceylon cinnamon oil is one of the world's most versatile spice extracts — here's how to use it safely and effectively in cooking and wellness.

CeylonBlends Editorial3 min read

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How to Store Spices for Maximum Potency and Freshness

Most home cooks are cooking with dead spices and don't know it. Four principles keep every spice at full potency.

CeylonBlends Editorial3 min read

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The Ayurvedic Heritage of Sri Lankan Spices

Sri Lanka's spice tradition is inseparable from Ayurveda — one of the world's oldest wellness systems, which recognised the healing power of these plants millennia ago.

CeylonBlends Editorial4 min read

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Chilli Flakes vs Chilli Powder: When to Use Each

They both add heat, but they behave very differently in the pan. Knowing when to reach for each one transforms Sri Lankan cooking.

CeylonBlends Editorial3 min read

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A Guide to Sri Lankan Spices: From Pantry to Plate

Stock these seven Sri Lankan spices and you can make almost anything in the island's culinary repertoire — from delicate white curries to fiery devilled dishes.

CeylonBlends Editorial5 min read

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Cooking with Turmeric: A Complete Guide

Turmeric's vivid colour and earthy warmth transform any dish — but using it well requires understanding a few key principles.

CeylonBlends Editorial4 min read