Cardamom seeds contain an essential oil that gives them a spicy, sweetish hot aroma

Cardamom Chemistry

Anise Chemistry
A look at the chemistry of anise seed, which is used as a spice, either ground or whole

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Highlights from Chemistry Europe, ACES, and GDCh journals

Ginger Chemistry
Ginger is one of the earliest spices to be cultivated and exported

Yeast Chemistry
Yeast has been of vital importance in winemaking, baking, and brewing since ancient times

Egg White Chemistry
Egg white or albumen is very suitable as a baking agent, as it forms a voluminous and strong foam

Cinnamon Chemistry
In this Clever Picture we look at the chemistry of one of the oldest spices

Allspice Chemistry
Contrary to what its name suggests, allspice is not a mixture but one unique ingredient

Sugar Chemistry
We all love sugar, but what is it chemically and since when do we know sugar?

Baking Powder Chemistry
We know baking powder as raising agent from the kitchen and in this Clever Picture we take a look at how it works and how it was developed