Author Archives: Casella Okulaja

July Flavor Fan Contest

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Casella Okulaja

Thanks to all of our culinary comrades who submitted recipes for the first Spice Islands® Flavor Fan contest! We loved seeing your creations, and we’re excited to get started testing recipes. We’ll announce the winner of the June contest on … Continue reading →

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Flavor Fan Contest

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Casella Okulaja

It’s no secret that Spice Islands® Flavor Explorers create irresistible, flavor-packed dishes. There’s Caroline Lubbers’ secret to creating homemade Honey Cinnamon Graham Crackers and Vanilla Marshmallows for the ultimate S’mores treat. And Alice Currah’s infamous recipe for Spiced Roasted Chickpeas. … Continue reading →

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A New Year, A New Flavor Explorer

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Casella Okulaja

I hope everyone enjoyed the holidays! I think it really is the most wonderful time of year – especially for food. Spice Islands® was lucky to have three great bloggers contribute some fabulously tasty recipes to Flavor Explorer over the … Continue reading →

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Introducing Our Flavor Explorers for the Holiday Season

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Casella Okulaja

At the beginning of the holiday season every year, I find myself brainstorming ways to liven up my menus and spreads. Of course I always have traditional fare passed down through my family, but I also like to serve my … Continue reading →

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Farewell and Chaò to Todd and Diane

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Casella Okulaja

It is always bittersweet to say farewell to our Flavor Explorers. Each one of them has challenged me to rethink my personal approach to cooking and baking. Todd and Diane from White On Rice Couple are no exception. Their simple … Continue reading →

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In the Kitchen with David: More on His Inside Look at Spice Islands

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Casella Okulaja

I was thrilled when David Lebovitz agreed to partner with Spice Islands as a Flavor Explorer blogger! To initiate him to the team, we took David to The Chopping Block in downtown Chicago where one of our food scientists gave … Continue reading →

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