12 Days of Christmas| Gift #9 | The Maggie 

Beth Kuchynka • December 20, 2019
jars of food are lined up on a wooden table in front of a sign that says no 9

The Magi were reputed to give rare spices and herbs as part of their usual trifecta of gifts.

🌿✨ If you have a notion to do the same, bayleaf is here to help with a portfolio of traditional Middle Eastern seasonings from Seattle-based spice purveyor, Villa Jerada. Harissa, Chermoula Spread, Za’atar, Aleppo Pepper, Shawarma Spice Blend, and the finest saffron threads are among the Villa Jerada brand seasonings that grace the menus of several notable Seattle restaurants…as well as the shelves at bayleaf.

In addition to these executive chef-trusted ingredients, we also carry zesty preserved lemons and piquant Moroccan Picholine olives from the same house. Wise men (and women) know bayleaf is a shining star when it comes to offering the finest in wine, cheese, and pantry items, so give one, two, or three of these as a gift fit for a king, a hostess, or your favorite foodie friend.

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