How To Buy The BEST Quality Spices & Not Overpay For Them
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- Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
- Buying fresh, high quality spices is so important because they can deliver massive flavor to any recipe. Buy why would you overpay for spices in a glass jar that have been sitting on the shelf for goodness knows how long! Instead, buy 2-3 ounces of spices in the bulk section, or better yet, a spice shop in your city. Those spices turnover very quickly and much less expensive. I good shop will have fast turnover, so I would not worry about how long the spices have been there. Mad love..Bobby, Dessi, Rose, and Art! XOXO
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The three main problems with spices are: air, heat, and light. The sealed small glass containers are sealed from air, whereas the large bulk containers allow more air to degrade the spices. The more times they are accessed, the more air gets in to degrade them. Also, who knows if the older spices get dumped before adding the newer/fresher ones. As to heat, most people don't grab the jars for any length of time, so that wouldn't be a huge problem. If the store got so hot as to cause a problem, then it wouldn't matter what container or for how long it stayed there. Again the larger containers would allow more light degradation than the smaller ones. While I agree with you in theory as to price, the cons are something to consider.
Exactly.
1. You don’t know how long the bulk spices have been sitting there either. Bulk doesn’t necessarily mean “gone fast.”
2. The old spices are very likely to just be mixed into the new spices when they’re replenished.
3. Air gets in every time someone opens a bin to get some, speeding up the degradation process.
4. A lot of maskless people breathe and talk over those large open containers (like Bobby did) as they scoop.
No thanks; I’ll pass.
Love Bobby, but his “buy bulk spice” reasoning doesn’t make sense (and has a bit of an ick factor) when you think about it.
Exactly. I don’t want people touching my spices.
This dude continues to change my entire perspective on all things food and health! Keep it up!
I can’t keep up. My bank account bobby 😂😅
I follow thomas deleur and watched about 2 videos that featured flav city host and since then I am now addicted to both Thomas and fav city. I find that I spend more time in the market but that's because now I'm reading labels to crap we shouldn't eat and good stuff. Keep up the good work I'm enjoying this new learning process and eating healthier
I really like these Reader Digest version videos. Being kind of a germaphobe, I worry about buying anything from any bulk food section. No telling what kind of taste testing has been done in the open bins.
Hi Bobby. Your work ethic has paid off and is still going. Thank you for grinding out so many videos and even shorter vids that mean lesser money. Truly are an inspiration to Rose when she gets older of a hard hard worker. I love that you continue to call us family and are so down to earth and take advice of videos and actually do them differently and so well to the last one you put out. So happy for you to be working with chipotle i go there almost as much as you maybe a little more ;) and so happy a company you love saw you for you and what amazing things you talk about. I know those mystery thumbnail art gets many viewers i think you should stick with that thumbnail more often ;) So happy those blow up and you’re getting more family members. Loved the live stream last night and so happy those are doing well too. Thank you for taking the time out to read this I really mean it. And everything i say 100x over. I hope selling your place is going good too. You deserve a better place to grow with Dessi and Rose. Can’t wait for all the new videos you come up with.
you are the best Taylor, thanks for all of that!! I have never worked harder in my life..and enjoyed the process! I was stoked about Chipotle, gonna post the first thing on IG later ;)
Something always bugs me about the bulk section it’s who’s hands and how many hands have been all over those spices.
I order from Penzey's as a result.
CT Mom is that mail order or a shop where you live?
None because no one buys them ;) if they do they use the scoop
@@nexx1 Which is probably laden with germs....
who puts hands in spices? they have scoops
I feel like bulk sits there longer, in a plastic container, with many hands touching and who knows how sanitized the container is.
@Jen Schueller not after shoppers have had their fingertips in it "for just a small taste"
@@joeespo177 true...I've witnessed that many times.
take it from someone who used to be a bulk buyer at whole foods: i would never in my life buy anything in bulk that didnt come out of a gravity bin.
You know so much amazing things about cooking. I work at my local whole foods and I come to your channel to learn how to maximize my food game. So glad I found your channel
Gonna do a "Spring Cleaning" in my spice cabinet today!
My parents keep a giant spice rack in the kitchen, where some containers have nestled since the Great Recession.
If I started away to empty the containers in the trash, my parents would run me out the house.
🤣🤣🤣
So true! Hang onto your used glass spice bottles and reuse them for bulk spices!
Jess
You’re on it doggone it.
Art needs some mad love!He does his job well!
Uncle Farturo! Sad he didn’t make the move down to Florida with Bobby
I'd love to see you do a video on Dog foods
Our daughter cooks her dogs their food. She never feeds them dog food.
He doesnt eat dog food though? wth?
If you are in the Atlanta area, the Dekalb International Farmers Market has bulk spices like this from around the world, dirt cheap, as well as a massive produce section of fruits and vegetables from around the world, dirt cheap. Anyone who cooks, shops there. 😍
I have been waiting for a video like this!!
The real salt is very nice. I now use my Kosher Morton salt to clean my wonderful cast iron pans. Another benefit of buying from bulk is you can buy what you know you will use and won't have to toss it ($$ lost) as you said. Spice Houses have some nice blends but like you tell us READ THE LABEL.
I love this condensed version but i have so many more questions about spices!!!😩 please make an extended version!
But how do we know how long the bulk spices have been sitting there? Lol
AIIiecat that’s a good question I wonder that too
If you ever buy spices at Penzey’s, they tell you that spice crops are harvested and packaged once a year, meaning that you can buy a full year’s supply at once (and Bobby’s tip doesn’t really make sense unless that’s last year’s crop in the jar).
The most important thing is to buy from a store that sells a lot, whether in the jars or bulk section.
Honestly I really wish learn more about this
Thank you for the advice, Bobby.
How does one know how long a spice has been in the large bulk bin, let's say, for example at Whole Foods?
Richard Mauro Ricchiuti Not only that, but a plastic container as well!
This was exactly my thought. He mentioned that they probably do change out their items quickly, which is probably true. I do however agree with buying spices in bulk just because it is more cost effective; I just buy my own spice jars from Amazon to store them. I go to Mom’s Organics for all of my bulk items; the one by me definitely replenishes their spices often.
Christal Williams Mom’s Organics sounds like the most hippie counter-cultural underground shop I’ve ever heard. J/k!
Edgar Arenas 🤣🤣🤣. Trust me, your not too far off-and they aren’t cheap. Their bulk section however is comparable to most other stores; that’s usually where you can find me!
I dont like buying from the bulk section either. Maybe would trust a locally owned health food store. But not anything owned by a corporation. I'll stick with my spice store.
Believe it or not make ur own spices poweder from whole spices than buying the powder one as whole spices freshness last longer than the ground one. Coffee grinder is also works good to grind whole spices like cumin..coriander seeds..cloves...cardamon etc..dont put spices like the cinnamon or nutmeg etc. The freshness you will be getting from this is way better...try it.
Yes! I own both. It’s amazing and the taste is so superior than traditional bleached salt.
My only gripe with this is simple.. we don't KNOW how long these bulk spices have been sitting around and we don't know how long the prepackaged ones have been sitting on shelves either. There really is no surefire way of knowing this. I mean Whole Foods is an amazing store and they PROBABLY don't sit long but honestly, how can we be entirely sure? I love this channel because the content is informative but I can't apply every single piece of advice to my family(not that we are expected to or anything). I would have to know for certain that bulk spices aren't sitting around for months for me to change entirely to them..and just saying "well it's in Whole Foods" isn't enough "proof " for me, if that makes sense. Loving the shorter videos Bobby!
I just found your channel today. I love it. It's so informative. Thank you so much.
New to the Flavcity family in the last few weeks. Have tried some of your recipes for my family. They were so good that even my 10 year old son loved them. Just bought your keto cookbook on Amazon and I’m not even Keto. Keep up the good work..
Thanks!!!
So hooked on these video. Huge thank you to Jessica Braun-JAM Beauty 89 for talking about you guys. I’d love to see a Best of Gluten-free/Dairy-free. My children are gf/df so it would be super helpful. Thanks for all that you do.
I would not trust those bulk seasons because at sprouts I've 👀 the workers refill those bulk containers with bottle season off the shelf
I agree and you also don't know whose hands were in them or spoke over them like Bobby did. I buy my spices from Penzey's. You can buy a jar or bulk and the person who fills your order is named. In a supermarket you don't know what stock person took care of the spices or handled it. SORRY..
I love your shirt on this one, and also great video for people who aren't informed on these things so much value! Great job!
Thank you for this. I love spices now I am a much savy consumer. I live in San Diego, I`m pretty sure I will find resources.
Good video Bobby. In Australia, our go to for spices are the local Asian or Indian grocery. Bulk sizes and very cheap. If bothered by ground, buy whole seeds and grind in a small coffee grinder.
Thanks for the tip on the bulk spices. Would love to tap your knowledge on herbs and spices and typically what goes best with white.
Honestly,I am interested as well but I want to know if they produce chicken flavor and goat flavor for rice
That was a good video and I’d agree with the spices in bottles on the shelves. We love Spice obviously and are big fans of yours. Thank for sharing your ideas.
Now that I've been using Himalayan pink salt for a while, I can definitely taste the difference between that and regular salt or even kosher salt. The regular kind tastes so bad to me.
The reason for the popularity is that the sodium levels don’t spike your blood pressure.
There's no iodide in it, a required supplement for the body.
I am learning so much from you. Love!
Did not know this about salt! thank you!
Will buy all while am in usa in may for my cousin graduation love your stories and food made me hungry as always love your hauls videos sooooooooooooooo much drooling over my samsung galaxy j4 love your dad and stories always brighten up my day love your recipes making me hungry Thanks Ramya
I love Rolos
Anthony's Goods on Amazon has great organic spices for great prices
Do the costco seasoning section! Couldnt find a video on it from you
Thank you for this, always trouble with spices 💕
Keep them coming Bobby , I love the repeated reviews!
It's my BIRTHDAY!!!! I want a "Keto Sushi" video.... please im addicted to sushi but I'm I'm keto... rice replacement but most importantly i want your opinion on raw fish because i am in love with it
Yes
Thanks for advice on spices .. I did think too much about spices .. and yet I use ...them all the time .. thanks
All we have here in s.w. Pa. Is a cheap walmart, and a local chain called shop n save, but we do have a small Aldi's!
Would love to hear if you( or anyone else reading this) have a dry ranch seasoning recipe; the Hidden Valley one has Maltodextrin in it.
There are plenty of them online even dairy free ones!
I'm gonna say this now. Skip the store spices. They sit in warehouses forever and then sit on the shelves forever as well. (As he says in the videos) this includes bulk btw. I highly recommend MountainRoseHerbs.com. I've never had better spices than what I get from them, and they are also extremely fairly prices on their spices. You can get all of them as full unground spices too if you want to grind your own spices (which you can't beat fresh ground spices). They do however take about a week to ship out.
Thanks!
Yes , absolutely love your channel. I've shared your page on IG. So incredibly greatful I found flavcity. My family and I thank you oh so very much. ❤🙏🏼 will be buying your book.
I’d like a video on what spices you should buy organic and what maybe isn’t necessary.
When you can up for some breath, I’d love to see you come out with your own line of products. FlavCity is the perfect brand name.
I love Celtic sea salt... I'm working on blending my own seasoning. International market will be my best friend.
I really want to thank you for this information. I’ll buy my spices from bulk from now on. Thank you again 👍🏼
I’ve only been watching you for a couple weeks now but you are already changing the way i look at food! I’ve been starting to look at the ingredients for once and it’s insane!
Anyway you can do a video on the best shampoos and body washes to use??
I glad you did this spice video but I wish you could talk about like your top used spices for this or that how it tastes .I have never cooked with spices (salt&pepper)and have made 4of your meals and loved them .but it would be great if I knew how to use them
That's all well and good if you live in a large city like Chicago. In my small town in Southern Michigan the stores have limited spices and nothing in bulk. I don't want to order everything on line due to issues with debit and credit card fraud in the past.
It's funny I'm seeing this. I bought sone loose bulk sea salt from a co-op. I've never knew there was a difference until I used it on a steak and how it feels in my hand. I am in love with using the loose sea salt that is pure. It's amazing in my meals.
Bulk spices never seem to sell where I shop. There’s all these little bags, twistee ties, lots of hands in the jars, scoops that are used on multiple spices... seems very unhygienic. honestly the jars are fine for just about everything except green herbs (exception is oregano). I will shop in the bulk aisle for things that I know are going to be hard to find or cost much more in the small jars such as poppy seeds, bulk chili peppers.
Good tip on the salt. I love the Sea salts. Maldon is my favorite especially the smoked kind!!!
Thanks for the advice on seasonings!!!
Once I was in Granada on a dive trip ...on a stopover we went to a market on some small island where farmers sold their spices there...omg....the taste is unreal.....so good...it was then I realized the spices I get at home are thinned down......waaaaaaaydown. Until I ran out of the little baggies I brought home I was making very best beans ever !
Another GREAT video and so important for those of us who use a lot of spices and want quality.
underrated video! spices are so important
Your spice combos are super tasty! I haven’t bought package mixes since we met ~ thanks Bobby✌️♥️
Wanted a spice video!! Thank you Flav!
Surprised you didn’t mention Flavor god...it’s mail order they advertise all over social media...Instagram Facebook..their ingredients are all natural no weird ingredients and they make it fresh when you order. I ordered a few and it’s really good. Thanks for the short vid those are cool.
Oh you seem more free in the supermarkets are they allowing you guys to film?❤️❤️❤️❤️
Just bought your Ebook. I'm looking forward to starting the keto diet. Thanks "B"
Hi Rose 🌹 mommy , Ark , daddy, blessings to all thanks for sharing
Great Video. Do you have an option for Salt that doesnt leave Sand in your mouth? Both those salt taste good but when you put it in food and start eating your food. It feels like your eating sand with your food or dropped your food on the floor type deal. Any good salts that Arent Sandy?
Even organic ground spices loose essential oils n flavour. Healthiest is buy organic whole spices, lightly dry roast on very low heat, cool n grind to not fine, store in clean dry glass bottles n store in fridge they'll keep fresh for an year.most important is buy freshest spices according to their season, some mature in summer, some in winter. Got it, this is grandma's knowledge
Great video , Bobby always delivers 👍
Can you please make a video on healthy snacks for babies?!!
My favorite spice place is Savory Spices..Bend Oregon!
Bobby..Wow! awesome video liked the advise of how to buy spices. Fantastico!! 🎉🎇
Bobby can you do a video on Probiotics... please🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Very informative! Love this excellent tip.
I have searched my stores here in Mesa AZ and have yet to locate me some Smoked Paprika!!!!
There are 2 stores in my small state, that I could access if I was in the area. I typically mail order and get free shipping by bulk purchasing.
Yaayyyy we both love smoked paprika lol. I buy all my spices at bulk barn in smaller glass containers
Does the “brand” matter for spices? I noticed both of the paprikas you picked up were made by Frontier-intentional or coincidence? What do you think of the “simply organic” line?
Bobby please can do an episode about healthy cookware please
Can you do an updated video on toxins lurking on spices according to Consumer Reports? TIA 🙏
BTW, thank you for your videos! I really enjoy them. Am going to make the crispy citrus salmon today.
That was very informative. I'll have to look in bulk section
I typically don't like to buy from bulk for hygienic reasons. Also how long had that been sitting there.
Great video like always Bobby 😄
Can you do a video about fish oil supplement because there so many fish oil at the Chemist Warehouse(aka pharmacy retailer). Thanks😎
Thank you again Bobby and Art for another great video! Unfortunately for me I can't find any stores that sell spices in bulk.
The bulk spice containers are always a big germ fest. Who knows how many fingers, and dirty fingers at that, have been across the opening. How do you use spices that are as long as 6 years old and I've never really been disappointed with the flavor, but I'm sure that fresh spices are better. I just focus on buying organic spices, and I'm satisfied enough with that.
I'm from new York( the bronx), a nutrition student , don't drive, the only shop around my area is shoprite and I work there as well. I don't see many of the products you talk about 🤧🤧
Thank you for your videos, Bobby and Art!!!! We have learned so much!!! My problem with purchasing in bulk is that my husband has Celiac Disease and cannot tolerate any tiniest of gluten particles. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you!
Outstanding video Bobby.
Great Content. This was helpful. Thank you
Love the shorts in Jan Bobby and Art. Will you feature the bulk section in one of your shorts?
Ok, one minute in and I'm frowning at my spice cupboard.
Bobby, you didn't mention the Spice House. 1550 N Wells, in Old Town. I live close to the Coffee, Tea Exchange. I'll have to check it out. Great Video!
Just threw out a bunch of my spices and found local spice stores.. ty Bobby for this video !!!!
Great tip thank you!
Good video. Didn't know that about salt. Will try raw salt. I'm paranoid about buying bulk items where anyone can stick their bare hands in. I'm not that trusting.
How long have those spices been sitting in the bulk section more exposed to air.
Try China town & Indian food stores, Bobby is like a well versed teacher who knows his craft :)
Who else comes on here just to look at Bobby’s T-shirts?! This one cracked me up!
Can you do a video on pantry staples? Thanks!!