The Irish Stew

The Irish Stew

White Pepper

White Pepper is the Chilli of Ireland! (©Jess Murphy)

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John and Sally McKenna
Feb 10, 2025
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The natural borders of the globe are defined by herbs and spices, not by fences and walls.

Imagine a map of the world with the sub continent of India bounded by coriander, the South American continent fringed by cumin and allspice. In Europe, France could be hemmed by tarragon, giving way to basil in Italy, oregano in Greece and handing over to dill in …

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