The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook

Diaspora Co.’s single-origin spices… represent a new beginning, a reinvention of a spice route that rewards farmers directly for scrupulous farming, and rewards consumers with [spices] that redefine the categories themselves. — Vogue, on Diaspora Co.This black pepper is an epiphany… [Diaspora Co.’s turmeric] is amazing stuff, with a mustardy aroma that has far more flavor presence than any turmeric I’ve cooked with. — Los Angeles Times, on Diaspora Co.“Through the spirited mission of Diaspora Spice Co., Sana Javeri Kadri is redefining the spice trade with a sharp focus on quality and taste, and the utmost respect for the farmer. In this beautiful, expansive book, Sana and Asha invite us into a world where spices tell a larger story—of the people who steward the land and the traditions they nurture. Each recipe is a vital chronicle of culture that offers a delicious education on where our food comes from. This cookbook is full of everything I want to eat!” — ALICE WATERS“Evocative and full of heart, The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook bursts with color, flavor, and life. Through every page, it pulls us into the vibrant worlds of the farmers of India and Sri Lanka—the hands and hearts behind the spices that make our food sing. It’s a journey of soil and sun, of stories and seasons, weaving together the people, places, and flavors that bring so much joy to our kitchens.” — NIK SHARMA, James Beard finalist, author and photographer of The Flavor Equation, and editor at America’s Test KitchenThis book is a treasure trove of information on spices and their rich history… Home cooks will be captivated by the vibrant narrative and irresistible recipes… Years of travel and exploration have culminated in a collection that weaves thousands of years of history and culture into an expression of foodways and traditions—delicious to taste and fascinating to learn about. — Sarah Tansley, Library Journal”In a book full of lush travel and food photography, Sana Javeri Kadri, CEO and founder of the retail spice company, and recipe writer Asha Loupy share the stories of the farmers who grow their spices across South Asia. Each highly regional recipe, like Coconut Turmeric Fish Curry and Daikon and Orange Salad with Sesame-Cumin Dressing, clearly identifies the farmer or cook who inspired it and explains the spices that are integral to the recipe and/or the family traditions around it.” — Food & Wine

Sana Javeri Kadri is the founder and CEO of Diaspora Co., a farm-to-table spice company that puts equity, transparency, and high-quality products at its forefront. Sana founded the company in 2017 with just a turmeric blend; now her company sources 30 single origin spices from across 150 farms across India and Sri Lanka. A third-generation native of Mumbai, she now lives in Oakland, California.