Manhattan Seasoning from the Blends of the Americas Collection by Merchant Spice Co.

👨‍🍳Experience the artistry of flavor with Merchant Spice Co.’s Blends of the Americas, where each seasoning blend is a testament to masterful craftsmanship. Every blend is meticulously handcrafted, honoring the traditions and techniques passed down through generations. Our artisans select and combine the finest spices and herbs, weaving together the vibrant culinary heritage of the Americas into harmonious, distinctive profiles. With each blend, you’ll discover the care, skill, and passion that transform simple ingredients into extraordinary creations—inviting you to savor the true essence of craft in every dish. Each one of Merchant Spice Co.'s specially crafted blends will bring home to you the flavors of the world's finest cuisines.

🌆 From Past to Palate: Manhattan’s culinary identity has always been shaped by migration and innovation. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, waves of immigrants—Italian, Jewish, Irish, German—brought their own spice traditions to the city’s tenement kitchens and bustling markets. Tomato and paprika became staples in both Eastern European and Mediterranean dishes, while celery seed and marjoram found their way into deli classics and roast rubs. The spice trade itself played a role in Manhattan’s colonial past: in 1667, the Dutch traded the nutmeg-rich Banda Island for control of New Amsterdam—now Manhattan—highlighting the city’s deep ties to global flavor routes. Over time, the borough became a melting pot of cuisines, where bold seasoning was both a necessity and an art.

👨‍🍳 Notes for the Curious Palate: This blend will bring the spirit of Manhattan to your table—layered with warmth, spice, and the timeless rhythm of a city that never sleeps or stops cooking. Our Manhattan Seasoning – is a Bold Ode to the Boroughs. This blend captures the savory pulse of New York’s culinary heart—layered, vibrant, and cosmopolitan. Tomato powder and red bell pepper powder evoke the warmth of simmering sauces and street-side grills, while Hungarian paprika lends smoky depth and color. Parsley, marjoram, and sage offer herbal lift, balanced by the aromatic structure of onion, garlic, and celery seed. Cayenne (35K HU) and black pepper bring a lively kick, softened by the citrusy brightness of lemon zest and the sweet spice of allspice. It’s a seasoning that mirrors Manhattan itself—bold, diverse, and endlessly expressive.

🍽️ Inspired Pairings: From Manhattan Island, New York, this is a tomato-based seasoning to make that perfect Manhattan-style clam chowder or tomato soup. This zesty, tangy blend will spice-up rice or potato dishes, while also making the perfect flavoring for dips and sauces.

🫙 Ingredients: Tomato powder, red bell pepper powder, Hungarian paprika, parsley, marjoram, onion power, cayenne pepper (35K HU), black pepper, sage, garlic powder, allspice, lemon zest and celery seed.

About Our Product: Each one of Merchant Spice Co.'s specially crafted blends will bring home to you the flavors of the world's finest cuisines.

Packaged in a stand-up, resealable bag for your convenience.
All-natural and salt free.
Net weight: 1.8 oz.

🌿 Enjoy the Spice of life!