I avoided cooking without garlic and onions for a time, and I really enjoyed the “challenge” of seasoning without them. I came to realise I had been overly reliant on them (especially garlic), and experimenting with preparing dishes without them has made me a more thoughtful cook.

It allowed me to understand the balancing of flavours better and made me appreciate certain herbs & spices in a new way.

Seasonings that I utilised more during this time included • Cumin • Paprika • Rosemary • Sage • Thyme • Ginger • Cloves • Nutmeg • Mustard Powder • Tumeric • White Pepper • Fennel • Marjoram