{"title":"Diaspora Co","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNew look, same equitably sourced, single-origin South Asian spices. Say hello to Diaspora Co.'s new colorful, recyclable, stackable tins!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSana Javeri Kadri, founder of Diaspora Co., is changing the way the supply chain works in the spice industry. Her goal is to put money, equity and power back into the hands of the farmers by\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecutting out the middle man and decolonizing the commodity spice trading system.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSana grew up in Mumbai, India and moved to America to attend college. After graduating, she began working as the marketing manager for a grocery store in the San Francisco Bay Area. During her time there she realized that the sourcing of particular products, like chocolate and coffee, was becoming more and more transparent to retailers and customers, but that was still not the case with spices. This fueled Sana's desire to\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebring the spices she grew up with to the American market and create a better, more equitable spice trade model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efocused on flavor, sustainability, heirloom seeds and empowering farmers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSana started her journey with a five-month trip to India, where she learned about the spice industry and begin working with the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndian Institute of Spice Research\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(a non-profit agricultural research facility that works with farmers to promote sustainable and profitable spice production). Through this institute, she began learning about turmeric cultivation and was also introduced to farmers growing heirloom varietals of the spice. She returned to Oakland and after much hard work launched her first spice stateside:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/products\/organic-heirloom-turmeric-diaspora-co\" title=\"Pragati Turmeric\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/products\/organic-heirloom-turmeric-diaspora-co\"\u003ePragati Single-Origin Heirloom Turmeric\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"organic-heirloom-turmeric-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. Pragati Turmeric","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou’ll notice the difference between Diaspora Co.’s Single-Origin Pragati Turmeric and its commodity counterpart immediately upon opening the jar. \u003cstrong\u003eThis heirloom single-varietal turmeric’s aroma is swoonworthy\u003c\/strong\u003e—rich, vibrant and fragrant with bright almost citrusy notes. \u003cstrong\u003eThe taste is earthy, deep and concentrated with delicate floral and orange flavors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pragati turmeric not only tastes good, it is also \u003cstrong\u003ehigher in curcumin\u003c\/strong\u003e (this is what gives turmeric its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties) with almost 1 ½–2 times as much than commercially-produced turmeric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiaspora Co.’s heirloom turmeric is \u003cstrong\u003ebeloved by chefs and food writers across the country,\u003c\/strong\u003e being lauded in such publications as the \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBon Appétit\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eForbes\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVogue\u003c\/em\u003e and more. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose from two different sizes: the standard, everyday tin and the larger, chef-sized tin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diaspora Co","offers":[{"title":"Everyday (1.69 oz)","offer_id":40513744240722,"sku":"","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chef (6.52 oz)","offer_id":40513744273490,"sku":"","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9089\/products\/Pragati-Turmeric_Small_f7ce1e95-0a01-4e80-9373-a7695bb3a76a.jpg?v=1692310778"},{"product_id":"aranya-black-pepper-from-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. Aranya Black Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA combination of over 10 indigenous, \u003cstrong\u003ewild and heirloom pepper varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Aranya blend is \u003cstrong\u003elayered and complex with a fruity heat\u003c\/strong\u003e. Vine ripened and hand harvested from a family farm in Kerala, India, these peppercorns have an \u003cstrong\u003eintense, concentrated flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e and yet are still versatile enough for any dish. \u003cstrong\u003eChoose from two different sizes: the standard, everyday tin and the larger, chef-sized tin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diaspora Co","offers":[{"title":"Everyday (1.87 oz)","offer_id":40513714716754,"sku":"","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Chef (8.6 oz)","offer_id":40513714749522,"sku":"","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9089\/files\/Aranya-Black-Pepper_Small_632c0f4d-070a-4a13-ab97-a537b3f534f6.jpg?v=1692308377"},{"product_id":"anamalai-nutmeg-from-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. Anamalai Nutmeg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrown on a family estate in Tamil Nadu, South India, this whole nutmeg is tree-ripened, which allows the seed to retain its \u003cstrong\u003emaximum oil content and flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eNutty and slightly sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e, this nutmeg is\u003cstrong\u003e bold with notes of tobacco and molasses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These nutmeg seeds are still in their pod which helps maintain their freshness, but need to be removed before use. Crack open with a nutcracker or the flat side of a knife to remove and grate the inner nutmeg seed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diaspora Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39670167404626,"sku":"","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9089\/files\/Anamalai-Nutmeg.jpg?v=1692307725"},{"product_id":"kandyan-cloves-from-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. Kandyan Cloves","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWild, Single-Origin Whole Cloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese plump and oil-rich cloves are \u003cstrong\u003epungent with notes of pine, butterscotch and allspice.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild grown in the forests of Kandy, Sri Lanka, these cloves are hand-harvested and hard-sorted by Eko Land Produce, a community of organic farmers and Diaspora Co. partner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diaspora Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39670493937746,"sku":"","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9089\/files\/Kandyan-Cloves.jpg?v=1692309269"},{"product_id":"peni-miris-cinnamon-from-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. Peni Miris Cinnamon","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the same company that brings you the vibrant, single-origin \u003ca title=\"Diaspora Co. Pragati Turmeric\" href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/collections\/diaspora-co\/products\/organic-heirloom-turmeric-diaspora-co\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePragati Turmeric\u003c\/a\u003e, comes this cinnamon blend developed exclusively for Diaspora Co. Sourced from Eko Land Produce, a community of organic farmers in Sri Lanka, this ground cinnamon was four years in the making and is truly one of a kind. \u003cstrong\u003eMade from equal parts \"Peni\"— the sweet, honey-tasting chips from younger trees and \"Miris\"—the extra spicy chips from wild, old-growth trees\u003c\/strong\u003e, this jar delivers richly flavored cinnamon that adds a touch of sweet warmth to any dish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diaspora Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39678605885522,"sku":"","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9089\/files\/Peni-Miris-Cinnamon.jpg?v=1692309866"},{"product_id":"baraka-green-cardamom-from-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. Baraka Green Cardamom","description":"\u003cp\u003eBaraka Green Cardamom radiates such \u003cstrong\u003epotent notes of citrus, pine, mint and licorice\u003c\/strong\u003e, that Diaspora Co. recommends only using about half as much as you normally would. These cardamom pods are grown by the Chacko family in Udumbanchola, Kerala. Mr. Chacko is one of the only farmers who has been able to successfully domesticate a \u003cstrong\u003ewild variety of cardamom that both thrives without pesticides\u003c\/strong\u003e and offers the pronounced aromas that makes this spice so beloved.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diaspora Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40514308931666,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9089\/files\/Baraka-Green-Cardamom.jpg?v=1692383627"},{"product_id":"garam-masala-from-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. Garam Masala","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGaram Masala is a warm, earthy and zesty combination of spices that serve as the foundation for countless South Asian dishes. Every family’s version is different and after rigorous recipe testing, spice company Diaspora Co. developed their own house blend. \u003cstrong\u003eThe result is a fragrant and balanced combination of 12 single-origin spices sourced from small, family-run regenerative farms across India and Sri Lanka\u003c\/strong\u003e: Jodhana Cumin, Hariyali Fennel, Nandini Coriander, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/products\/aranya-black-pepper-from-diaspora-co\" title=\"Diaspora Co. Anaya Black Pepper\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAranya Black Pepper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, Wild Cinnamon Quills, Anamalai Mace, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/collections\/diaspora-co\/products\/anamalai-nutmeg-from-diaspora-co\" title=\"Diaspora Co. Anamalai Nutmeg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAnamalai Nutmeg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, Black Cardamom, Himalayan Tejpatta, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/products\/baraka-green-cardamom-from-diaspora-co\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Diaspora Co. Baraka Green Cardamom pods\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGreen Cardamom\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/products\/makhir-ginger-from-diaspora-co\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Diaspora Co. Makhir Ginger powder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMakhir Ginger\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.markethallfoods.mom\/collections\/diaspora-co\/products\/kandyan-cloves-from-diaspora-co\" title=\"Diaspora Co. Kandyan Cloves\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKandyan Cloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca id=\"journey\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Diaspora Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40514388230226,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9089\/files\/Garam-Masala.jpg?v=1692391453"},{"product_id":"basiya-ginger-from-diaspora-co","title":"Diaspora Co. 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