How do you even describe curry? Flavorful, aromatic, rich, creamy and perhaps spicy come to mind. But while those who are familiar with curry have vague ideas of what it is, curry is such a broad ...

The elusive spice is part of many Asian, African, South American, and Caribbean cuisines. Here’s what you need to know about its history, how to shop for it, and how it’s used in cooking. When I first ...