The Spice Suite
Shavise Glascoe
When I started the passion project that is this blog, I wanted to explore cooking at home and more importantly incorporating flavor into every dish that I made. This obsession with all things flavorful came from countless restaurant trips to leave disappointed with empty pockets. I wanted to take matters into my own hands and add meaning to the idea of a “home cooked meal”.
Over the years, I’ve found great companies that produced spices, sauces, elixirs and more and have had a great time incorporating them into my cooking. So when I heard of a place called The Spice Suite, I had to check them out.
Before I talk about the products, I have to note the physical space. The shop itself is beautiful and swanky, yet inviting. From the music and store layout to the pop up shops in the middle, I felt right at home. As a huge fan of organizing, these wonderfully organized shelves made the space easy to navigate versus overwhelming like some of the other spice stores I’ve visited in the past.
The most difficult part about my trips to the Spice Suite is the decision making process because I’m not made out of money. So I do what anyone else would do, buy a little bit of everything. My first trip I walked with tea, honey sticks, bbq sauces, spice blends and more.
I will have to note that adding each unique product to my dishes at home has been an enjoyable experience. Not only were the meals delicious (I wish I had the pics) but more importantly my inspiration to play in the kitchen again was sparked after being in a ‘cooking’ rut.
As a lover of flavor, The Spice Suite will always have a place in my pantry and here’s why:
The flavor combinations of all of the products are incredibly unique and you won’t find them anywhere else. I can’t say much more here because you have to experience it for yourself.
Not only will you be able to stock your pantry with their spice blends but you can also bring their cleaning products and cookware into your kitchen.
Don’t live in or near the DC area? No problem. You visit the online shop to order your own Spice Box to explore new products.
The Spice Suite is the perfect place to discover other black female artisans via the Spice Girls Marketplace.
So if you are beyond tired of dull flavors or just want to explore something new, I recommend giving The Spice Suite a try today!
