LYRA MAG.

Handy+tasty-the perfect proportion of spice blends  enliven eats- eliminates counter clutter, are great grabs for cooking at vacay rentals or living the van life...and  make savory culinary gifts. TOP PICK: The Spice Lab "COOK YOUR WAY AROUND THE WORLD" made easy The Spice Lab sources the most fresh and fragrant spices from around the world-and inventively packs up a quartet of themed territorial blends for their ALL AROUND collections. Transporting and reflective of regional favs-the Taste Of America 'visits' Chicago (meats), Key West Florida (seafood), the South BBQ, and anywhere USA (including backyard grills from coast to coast) with an all purpose mix of Hudson Valley salt, onion, garlic, sesame + poppy seeds, and chili flakes for some heat. Plant based eating alert-any of these spice blends seriously enhance popular meat subs (like Impossible Burgers)...as well as staples like soy based grilled tempeh/tofu and yummy mushroom veggie burgers. Dips ma...

Part One   KETO        -         has been the hottest 'diet' trend lately ...but we feel the low glycemic -high fat/protein/veggies/nuts-seeds foods = sticking around-and entering the permanent lifestyle realm. Like the Mediterranean diet-there are a slew of  health benefits to a low sugar daily intake...and it's easier then ever to get on board. Pictured above...those smart folks at The Spice Lab offer their  ultra premium spices packaged for Keto advocates. Why a need (we asked!!!)? Apparently many spices are packaged with corn starch (or something) to reduce moisture...and it's not on the label. Some have sugar in them to (blends)...or have carbs -naturally. With The Spice lab selection-the taste enhancing choices are low carb- gluten free. And seriously-only a tiny amount of The Spice Lab's offerings are needed for savory bursts of dish enhancing flavor- def. less than other spice brands-because the quality/purity is so hig...