Let's be real. When you fork over what feels like a small fortune for those crimson threads locked behind a glass case at the ...

Saffron is one of the most costly condiments there are due to the cumbersome harvesting process. The threads need to be plucked by hand from the opened flower and dried. For one kilogram of saffron, ...

Often called red gold, saffron is the most expensive spice in the world: A mere 2 grams of the highest quality costs nearly $60. With a floral aroma and fruity, earthy flavor, saffron is a delicate ...

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In a sauce pan on medium heat, simmer the stock (do not bring it to a boil). Slowly whisk in the butter, one piece at a time. Add the garlic and saffron. Cook everything on low for approximately three ...

There's so much to say about saffron that I hardly know where to begin. Its powers are almost legendary. Saffron is the color of a Buddhist monk's robe; saffron is reputedly an aphrodisiac, described ...

Guests will be greeted with Persian tea and dates, then make traditional dishes like fesenjoon, a chicken stew with walnuts and pomegranate, and saffron rice. It’s not every day you can learn to make ...