“Cooking should be a joy,” believes spice expert Debbie Kornberg. founder of Spice + Leaf and host of Spice it Up with Deb.

When asked what she wished people knew about spices, Kornberg said they can really add zip to a meal. It can take anything from a vegetable to a protein and elevate it to the next level.

“I believe I became a better cook by cooking with spices [and spice blends], and I think it can help most people,” Kornberg said.

Debra Eckerling speaks with Kornberg about her love of cooking, her background, and tips for making cooking easier and more joyful. She also shares her recipe for Shawarma Chicken.

Read the full article about Debbie Kornberg, listen to the podcast, and get the recipe.