In this new, stunningly packaged expanded edition, celebrated spice merchant Ian Hemphill explores new frontiers of the spice world. With over 140 delectable new recipes from Ian's daughter, Kate, herb and spice mixes for the home cook, and the last word on all the herbs and spices used in today's cooking, 'Spice Notes and Recipes' is the master work from Australia's premier spice expert. Hemphill (aka Herbie) gives a detailed breakdown of how various spices blend together to create the ethnic cuisines that now dominate Australian kitchens and takes us on a tantalising tour of the cultures that have been formed by the influences of the ancient spice trade. 'Spice Notes and Recipes' is the complete compendium of herbs and spices for every kitchen.