Pantry

Harney & Sons

Paris

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A fragrant black-tea blend for afternoons when the ritual matters as much as the cup.

Brightland

Alive Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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A dedicated finishing olive oil invites daily use on greens, beans and a plate of good tomatoes.

Valrhona

Dark Baking Chocolate Guanaja 70%- 8.8oz

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A measured bag of dark baking chocolate is a useful foundation for a serious cake, tart or small batch of ganache.

American Spoon

Sour Cherry Preserves

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Tart cherry preserves have a useful edge beside buttered toast, yogurt or a spoonful of fresh cheese.

Diaspora Co.

Baraka Cardamom

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Whole cardamom has a place in both the baking drawer and the teapot; crack only what is needed.

teapigs

chamomile tea

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Whole chamomile flowers make an appealing simple infusion for a quiet evening.

Rancho Gordo

Marcella Bean

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A beautiful white bean is a real pantry luxury: inexpensive enough for a potful, interesting enough to serve very simply.

Savannah Bee Company

Tupelo Honey

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A distinctive regional honey deserves to be tasted simply, rather than disappearing into a crowded gift hamper.

Valrhona

Chocolate Bar Blonde Dulcey 35% - 2.46oz / 70g

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Blonde chocolate brings a distinct caramelized register to the chocolate drawer; a small piece is quite enough.

Harney & Sons

Earl Grey Supreme

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Bergamot gives a familiar black tea a lifted, aromatic edge; a useful staple beside more unusual tins.

Giusti

3 Gold Medals - Cubica

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A small bottle of Modena balsamic belongs among the condiments used thoughtfully, drop by drop. Balsamic vinegar of Modena; see the maker for the selected bottle size.

American Spoon

Leelanau Apricot Preserves

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Apricot is a quietly versatile preserve: breakfast, a glaze for a tart or a little bowl alongside cheese.

Burlap & Barrel

Royal Cinnamon

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An aromatic cinnamon is one of the most useful small upgrades to the baking cupboard.

Harney & Sons

Ali San Oolong

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A high-mountain oolong belongs in a proper tea cupboard for the moments when black tea feels too forceful.

Valrhona

Box of Dark, Milk, Dulcey Chocolate-Covered Almonds, Hazelnuts and Orangettes - 15.8oz / 450g

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Nuts and candied orange make this a generous coffee-table confectionery box, with enough variety for company. Check the maker's ingredient and allergen information.

American Spoon

Lemon Curd

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A jar of lemon curd makes a tray of scones or a simple sponge cake feel properly attended to.

Harney & Sons

Asanoka Sencha

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A Japanese green tea gives this shelf a fresh, savory counterpoint to perfumed blends.

Diaspora Co.

Kaveri Vanilla

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Whole vanilla rewards the occasional custard or celebration cake; keep the pod after scraping the seeds.

Brightland

Parasol Champagne Vinegar

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Champagne vinegar provides a lighter, sharper pantry note than the usual balsamic.

Rancho Gordo

Midnight Black Bean

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Dried black beans give the everyday cupboard substance; cook a generous pot and make several meals of it.

teapigs

peppermint tea

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A clean, single-herb infusion is a pantry essential rather than an elaborate wellness proposition.

Burlap & Barrel

Wild Mountain Cumin

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A distinctive cumin encourages cooking from whole ingredients, without a shelf of anonymous seasoning mixes.

Harney & Sons

Puttabong 1st Flush Darjeeling

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A named-estate spring tea offers a different sort of delicacy from a breakfast blend; worth brewing without distraction.

Valrhona

Premium Dutch Processed Cocoa Powder - 8.81oz

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A good cocoa powder earns its cupboard space in both baking and a proper hot chocolate. Dutch-processed cocoa; use where the recipe calls for it.

teapigs

honeybush and rooibos

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Honeybush and rooibos make a rounded, naturally caffeine-free alternative for a full teapot.

Burlap & Barrel

Smoked Pimentón Paprika

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Smoked paprika brings depth to beans, potatoes and a simple tray of roasted vegetables.

World Market Dried French Lavender Spice Bag

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Use sparingly: a small pinch brings a floral note to shortbread, poached fruit or a simple syrup. Too much can overwhelm a delicate bake.

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Traditional Scone Mix

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FORTNUM & MASON

Marmalade with Ginger, 200 g

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Seville oranges and Chinese stem ginger in a bright, warming marmalade. Spread on toast or use a spoonful to glaze a ginger cake.

Illy Bold Roast Whole Bean Coffee Tin

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Whole beans for grinding just before brewing. A bold roast for those who prefer a deeper cup, or a useful contrast to the lighter coffees in the cupboard.

BURLAP & BARREL

Cured Sumac, 2.3 oz

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Wild sumac berries from Gaziantep, Turkey, ground and cured with salt. Sprinkle its tart, savory flavor over hummus, salads and roasted vegetables. Ordinary curing and fermentation; ingredients are sumac and salt.

FRONTIER CO-OP

Organic Genmaicha Matcha Green Tea, 16 oz

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Organic green tea and toasted rice with a little matcha powder, for a nutty, savory cup. A generous 16 oz loose-tea pouch; this is a tea blend to infuse, rather than pure powdered matcha.

MAGIC HOUR

Peridot: Green Guayusa Oolong Mango-Peach Tea

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One of the best tasting green teas.

BOB'S RED MILL

Organic Dark Rye Flour, 20 oz

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Stone-ground whole-grain rye, with its bran and germ intact. Use for rye breads or add its earthy flavor to chocolate cookies and shortbread.

LUNDBERG

Organic White Long Grain Rice

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California-grown long-grain white rice for pilafs, bowls and everyday cooking. Single ingredient: organic rice.

JACOBSEN SALT CO.

Pure Kosher Sea Salt

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Hand-harvested from Netarts Bay, Oregon. Big pyramid flakes.

Brooklyn Delhi Mango Chutney

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A sweet-tart accompaniment to cheese, sandwiches and a spoonful of curry. Try a little in a grilled-cheese sandwich or alongside a savory pastry.

AFELTRA

Bronze-Die Tortiglioni, 17.6 oz

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Italian durum-wheat semolina and water from Gragnano, shaped through bronze dies and slowly dried. The ridged tubes are excellent with a substantial ragù.

Giuseppe Giusti Two Gold Medals Balsamic Vinegar Of Modena

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A useful Modena balsamic for dressings, marinades and finishing roasted vegetables. A few drops also make a lovely counterpoint to strawberries or a piece of aged cheese.

EDEN FOODS

Organic Cannellini Beans, 15 oz

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Organic white kidney beans, water and kombu, with no salt added. Ready for white-bean soups, salads or a creamy bean purée: a useful everyday cupboard staple.

BRIGHTLAND

Rapture Blackberry Balsamic Vinegar, 200 mL

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California Zinfandel grapes and Triple Crown blackberries, made by ordinary double fermentation. Vinegar, cane sugar and blackberries give a bright sweet-tart lift to dressings, marinades and fruit.

NUTS.COM

Organic Buckwheat Groats, 1 lb

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Whole buckwheat groats for porridge, pilafs and salads. Despite its name, buckwheat is a seed rather than wheat. Cook before eating; toast first for a deeper nutty flavor.

Epicurean Specialty Forest Blend Dried Mushrooms

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Shiitake, porcini, oyster, bolete and wood ear mushrooms for a deeply savory cupboard ingredient. Rehydrate and cook as directed; strain the soaking liquid carefully before using it in soups, sauces or risotto.

BONNE MAMAN

Apricot Fruit Spread, 11.8 oz

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Apricots, sugar, concentrated lemon juice and fruit pectin. Lovely on toast, stirred into yogurt or brushed over a fruit tart.

CASABLANCA MARKET

Moroccan Preserved Lemons, 13.05 oz

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Lemons from Taroudant, Morocco, preserved with water and salt. Finely chop the rind into tagines, dressings and grain salads for a concentrated savory citrus flavor.

RUNAMOK

Bourbon Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup

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Organic maple syrup aged in emptied bourbon barrels for oak and vanilla notes. Excellent with pancakes, ice cream or glazes. The producer notes that trace alcohol may remain.

EDEN FOODS

Umeboshi Paste, 7 oz

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Salt-pickled ume plums with shiso, sun-dried and aged for a year, then puréed. Use sparingly for a sharp, salty lift in dressings, rice dishes and sauces.

Riso Toro Arborio Rice

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A northern Italian risotto staple from Piedmont. Stir into a little hot stock at a time for a creamy risotto, or keep a bag for rice pudding.

ARTISANA

Organic Coconut Butter, 14 oz

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Whole coconut purée, made from a single ingredient: organic coconut. Unlike coconut oil, it includes the coconut flesh. Warm gently and stir before spooning into oatmeal, sauces or baking.

BURLAP & BARREL

Herati Saffron, 0.5 g

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Hand-harvested saffron threads from Herat, Afghanistan, dried in the sun. Steep a few threads in warm water before adding to rice, custards or cream sauces. A small 0.5 g glass jar.

SIMPLY ORGANIC

Ground Cardamom, 2.82 oz

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Pure ground organic cardamom seed. Add its citrusy warmth to rice, coffee, cakes and custards; a little goes a long way.

BURLAP & BARREL

Smoked Pimentón Paprika, 1.8 oz

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Pimentón de la Vera DOP from Extremadura, Spain: peppers smoked and dried over oak coals, then stone-ground. A deep smoky seasoning for beans, potatoes, sauces and roasted vegetables.

SIMPLY ORGANIC

Ceylon Cinnamon, 2.08 oz

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Pure ground Cinnamomum verum: a mild, delicate cinnamon with floral and citrus notes. A useful alternative to stronger cassia for custards, fruit and delicate pastries.

BURLAP & BARREL

Black Mineral Salt (Kala Namak), 2.5 oz

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Kiln-fired mineral salt from Uttar Pradesh, India, with a distinctive savory, egg-like aroma. Use a little in tofu scrambles, beans, rice or lentils. It is a seasoning, not a charcoal salt.

MAGIC HOUR

Scorpio Tea For Sensual Brilliance

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A fantastic tea for each Zodiac sign.

FORTNUM & MASON

Royal Blend Loose Leaf Tea, 250 g

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A traditional black tea blending Sri Lankan Flowery Pekoe with malty Assam, first created for Edward VII in 1902. Brew for 3–5 minutes; the honey-like flavor is a tasting note, not an added ingredient.

SIMPLY ORGANIC - Curry Powder 3 oz.

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SIMPLY ORGANIC - Curry Powder 3 oz.

COUNTER CULTURE

Hologram Whole Bean Coffee, 12 oz

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A medium-roast blend of washed and naturally sun-dried coffees. Fruit, milk chocolate and syrup are tasting descriptors, not added flavorings. Whole beans for grinding immediately before brewing.

GUITTARD

Grand Cacao Drinking Chocolate, 10 oz

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Sweetened drinking chocolate combining finely ground chocolate with Dutch-process cocoa. Mix with hot milk for a rich cup. Distinct from unsweetened baking cocoa: it already contains cane sugar.

MAGIC HOUR

Queen Of The South Digestion Support Herbal Tea Starter Kit

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An all around favorite!

VENCHI

Nougatine Chocolates, 2.2 lb

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Caramelized Piedmont hazelnut pieces inside a 60% dark chocolate shell. A generous bag of approximately 191 individually wrapped pieces for sharing or small gifts. Contains hazelnuts and soy; may contain other tree nuts and milk.

WALKERS

Mini Shortbread Fingers Union Jack Tin, 3.5 oz

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Traditional Scottish shortbread made with wheat flour, butter, sugar and salt. Mini fingers in a reusable Union Jack tin, ready for tea or a small gift. Contains milk and wheat.

FORTNUM & MASON

Milk & Dark Chocolate Rose & Violet Creams, 120 g

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Handmade in England using Valrhona chocolate, with floral fondant centers and crystallised petals. A minimum of 12 chocolates in a gift box. Contains milk; the petal decoration includes carmine.

NUTS.COM

Crystallized Ginger, 13 oz

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Chewy gingerroot cooked and coated in sugar. Chop into gingerbread, cookies and fruit cakes, or offer a few pieces after dinner. Contains sulfites; may contain milk and soy.

EDEN FOODS

Organic Shoyu Soy Sauce, 10 fl oz

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Traditionally fermented with koji, organic soybeans and wheat. A versatile seasoning for marinades, noodles and dipping sauces. Contains soy and wheat.

BURLAP & BARREL

Black Garlic Powder, 2.2 oz

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Garlic from Aguacatán, Guatemala, slowly heat-aged, dried and ground. Stir its savory sweetness into dressings, sauces and roasted vegetables. Single ingredient: garlic.

NUTS.COM

Roasted Marcona Almonds, 6 oz

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Spanish Marcona almonds roasted with sunflower oil and salt. A tender, buttery companion to olives, cheese and an aperitif. Contains almonds; may contain other listed allergens.

FORTNUM & MASON

Famous Tea Selection, 60 Tea Bags

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Ten bags each of six classic black teas: Royal Blend, Breakfast, Afternoon, Queen Anne, Earl Grey Classic and Smoky Earl Grey. A practical sampler or a gift for someone finding their favorite cup.

BRIGHTLAND

The Pantry Trio

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An everyday food gift: 375 mL Awake extra-virgin olive oil, 200 mL Parasol Champagne vinegar and 9 oz orange blossom honey, with a pouring spout and mini whisk. The vinegar is made by ordinary double fermentation of Chardonnay grapes and oranges.

EDEN FOODS

Mirin Rice Cooking Wine, 10.1 fl oz

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Traditionally fermented rice cooking wine made from organic rice, water, sea salt and koji. Adds gentle sweetness to Japanese-style glazes, marinades and simmered dishes. For culinary use; contains alcohol.

GUITTARD

Organic Natural Cocoa Powder, 8 oz

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Natural, non-alkalized cocoa with 22–24% cocoa butter. A useful contrast to Dutch-process cocoa: follow the cocoa type specified by your baking recipe. Single ingredient: organic high-fat cocoa.

NUTS.COM

Diced Glazed Orange Peel, 16 oz

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Italian candied orange peel, already diced for fruit cakes, scones, brioche and biscuits. Sweetened with glucose syrup and sucrose; contains sulfites.

GUITTARD

Unsweetened Baking Bars, 100% Cacao, 6 oz

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Three 2 oz bars of unsweetened chocolate, made solely from cacao beans. Use in recipes calling for unsweetened baking chocolate. Made on equipment also used for milk chocolate; not suitable for milk allergies.

NUTS.COM

Organic Raw Shelled Walnuts, 14 oz

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Organic walnut kernels for baking, sauces and savory dishes. The producer recommends roasting or heat treatment before consumption; check for occasional shell fragments. Contains tree nuts.

GUITTARD

Cocoa Rouge Dutch-Process Cocoa, 8 oz

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High-fat cocoa processed with alkali, with 22–24% cocoa butter and a deep chocolate profile. Use when your recipe calls for Dutch-process cocoa; it is a distinct baking ingredient from natural cocoa.

NUTS.COM

Turkish Dried Figs, 13 oz

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Single-ingredient dried Turkish figs for baking, cheese boards and savory sauces. Refrigerate both unopened and opened bags on receipt, as the producer directs.

BURLAP & BARREL

Shark Tank Four-Spice Collection

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Royal Cinnamon, Ground Black Lime, Zanzibar Black Peppercorns and Wild Mountain Cumin, with woven kitchen towels and a spice technique booklet. A practical introduction to distinct single-origin ingredients, rather than four versions of the same seasoning.