Often called red gold, saffron is the most expensive spice in the world: A mere 2 grams of the highest quality costs nearly $60. With a floral aroma and fruity, earthy flavor, saffron is a delicate ...

There's so much to say about saffron that I hardly know where to begin. Its powers are almost legendary. Saffron is the color of a Buddhist monk's robe; saffron is reputedly an aphrodisiac, described ...