Saffron is rich in antioxidants, which may have many health benefits. It may also act as a mood booster and increase libido. Saffron is a spice with a strong fragrance and distinctive color. Early ...

A native New Yorker of Mexican heritage, Diana Perez has spent the last 17 years working across the culinary media landscape. A graduate of Syracuse University (cum laude), Diana first worked in ...

Saffron comes from a type of crocus flower. It's a common spice in Mediterranean cooking. Because it's hard to harvest -- it takes 75,000 flowers to get a pound of saffron -- it's one of the world's ...

LOS ANGELES — Saffron may help treat sexual dysfunction related to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), new research suggests. Results of a preliminary new review found saffron, a spice ...

This post is part of Andy Baraghani's Guide to Modern Middle Eastern Cooking. Get all his recipes, tips, and stories here. Saffron is one of the most precious spices in the world. The threadlike red ...

Saffron comes from a particularly lovely purple crocus that blooms in the fall and grows close to the ground. The crocus’ stigma and the style—which, if you’ve retained your eighth grade biology, you ...

Growing saffron (Crocus sativus) at home can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to enjoy this luxurious and rather ...

Saffron is a prized spice with a rich history. It's a star ingredient in many cuisines in the Middle East, India, and Europe, lending its distinct saffron, dark red color and sweet, earthy flavor to ...