Calling all spice fans, adventurers, and curious cooks: take your spice love to the next level with insight from food scientist and best-selling author Dr. Stuart Farrimond. Learn the science behind the art of creating spice blends, and how the flavor compounds with spices work together to create exciting layers of flavor and new tastes and sensations. With more than 40 regional guides, 60 spices, and 65 authentic and innovative recipes and blends, The Science of Spice will inspire you to cook in a whole new way"--Page 4 of cover