4 sections
1. A Sense of Wonder What is the origin of flavor? What was the first flavor ever? Why spices smell like humans and why we find that comforting Toxic vs Edible - botany for beginners 2. Essentials: Joy & Survival Do we need spices to survive? The science of why humans use spices What spices do you like? Mapping our personal preferences Choosing the essentials that are right for you The psychology of abundance - why having a lot of spices feels good, but is also misleading Using spices every day, every meal 3. Inspiration and Memory: Our brains on spices Exploring the senses - how olfaction works The sense of touch with spices (capsaisin and others) Cravings - why spices play a part and how to cook food that is 'crave-worthy' 4. Balance: What's for Dinner? How to layer flavor when cooking with spices Spice blends vs pure spices - short cuts for all! Quality and Buying tips