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Spices Behind the Season - What's in Pumpkin Spice with Chef in Residence Suman Shah

Monday, September 21 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM · Shaw-Roxbury, Nutrition lab, second floor., Roxbury · Boston

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Pumpkin spice has become shorthand for autumn, but few of us know what's actually in it or where it comes from. In this class, we will pull apart the blend piece by piece, tracing cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and ginger back to the corners of the world they call home, and the centuries-old trade routes that brought them together. We will also look at how cultures across the globe have long turned to warming spices in the colder months, not just for flavor, but for their medicinal properties. Come learn to make this blend at home, and recipes beyond the drink. The syrup was never the point. The spice always was. Food Allergen Notice : dairy, wheat, eggs. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website .

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