If there were two ingredients I couldn’t live without, they’d have to be spices and teas. So, imagine my delight when I came upon The Spice & Tea Exchange. Jeff, Amy, Clay, Penny and Steve are the “purveyors of fine spices, herbs, blends, salts and teas.” Their stores and website feature their very own blends of gourmet seasonings and spices, cooking herbs, teas, sugars, sea salts and other signature products.

Bestsellers include Tuscany Blend, Butchers Rub, Backwoods Hickory Rub, Pirate’s Bite and Espresso Steak Rub.

With retail locations across the country and extensive website, it’s easy to pick up a hostess or housewarming gift or add to your own pantry. Be sure to check out their blog for recipes and tips for how to best use spices.