From the beginning of civilization man has sought ways to make his food taste better. The discovery of salt created the first communities and the spice trade facilitated the exchange of culture and ideas around the world. From mustards and dressings to chutneys and salsas, condiments reflect humanity in all its wonderful diversity. We are condiments and condiments are us, enjoy!
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Jan 14

45. Vegemite

As Aussie as roos or surfing, not to be mucked with. Like the Brits’ Marmite which it replaced, the dun colored paste comes from leftover brewer’s yeast, a byproduct of making beer. Oddly, Kraft has owned the brand since the 1920’s, yet the FDA bans imports of Vegemite due to some of its healthier additives. Four times as salty as seawater. Yum.

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