WILLIAMSON SPICE CLUB
Williamson Wine & Food
Fresh spices make better food.
Better food makes the wine happy.
Four times a year, our chefs choose three or four aromatic Herbie’s spices and blends. Then we create the recipes, cooking videos and Williamson wine pairings that put them properly to work.
SPICE CLUB AT A GLANCE
3–4
Spices and blends
each quarter
4
Seasonal collections
each year
$120
Annual membership
20%
Member savings
on spices
Every collection includes practical Williamson recipes, chef-led videos and wines chosen to meet the finished dishes at the table.
From Spice to Table
LESS GUESSWORK. BETTER DINNER.
Faced with hundreds of herbs, spices and blends, even an enthusiastic cook may reasonably wonder where to begin. Spice Club begins for you.
Our chefs choose spices suited to the foods of the season, build straightforward recipes around them and demonstrate each dish on video. Then we select the Williamson wine that completes the conversation.
You receive the spice, the method and the pairing. The only remaining decision is whom to invite.
Why Herbie’s
FLAVOR WORTH PROTECTING
Good spices should smell alive before they ever reach the pan.
100% NATURAL
Herbie’s spices and blends contain no fillers, starches, MSG, free-flowing agents or unnecessary additives. What belongs in the packet is flavor.
PACKED FOR FRESHNESS
High-barrier, resealable packets protect the volatile oils responsible for aroma and flavor. Sensible quantities help ensure the spice reaches dinner before it reaches old age.
CHOSEN WITH EXPERIENCE
Decades of tasting, sourcing and cooking stand behind every selection. It is the sort of knowledge that makes choosing well look deceptively easy.
The Family Behind the Flavor
MEET HERBIE
John and Rosemary Hemphill were pioneers in growing, selecting and cooking with herbs and spices. Their son Ian spent so much time in the family herb garden that they called him “Herbie.” The name stayed. So did the fascination.
Ian and his wife Liz built Herbie’s Spices around careful sourcing and an unwillingness to compromise on flavor. Their daughter Kate, a Cordon Bleu chef, continues the family’s work, bringing a cook’s judgment to the business of spice.
Ian’s The Spice and Herb Bible gathers that experience into a practical guide for cooks who want to understand what is in the packet and what it can do for dinner.
JENNY’S TIP
Begin cautiously with an unfamiliar chile or pepper blend. You can always add heat. Removing it requires sorcery, dairy products or a second dinner.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The useful details, neatly packed.
What do I receive as a Spice Club member?
Four times each year, you receive a collection of three or four Herbie’s spices and blends selected by the Williamson culinary team. Each collection is supported by recipes, cooking videos and suggested Williamson wine pairings.
How much does Spice Club cost?
Annual Spice Club membership is $120. Members also receive 20% savings when ordering additional spices from Williamson.
May I choose the spices in each collection?
Our culinary team chooses the quarterly collection so the spices, recipes and wine pairings work together. You may order additional favorites separately with your member savings.
Are the spices natural, organic or gluten-free?
Herbie’s spices and blends are 100% natural and made without fillers, starches, MSG or free-flowing agents. Organic and gluten-free status may vary by product, so please review the individual product information when you have a particular dietary or ingredient requirement.
If you have a food allergy or medical dietary restriction, contact us before ordering so we can help you review the current selections.
How should I store the spices?
Keep each packet sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, steam and the heat of the stove. Use a clean, dry spoon and reseal the packet after cooking.
What if I have a question before joining?
Call 707-433-1500 or email jenny@williamsonwines.com. We will be happy to help with membership, ingredients or an especially stubborn dinner.
GIVE DINNER SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT
Four seasonal spice collections, Williamson recipes and wines chosen to meet them at the table.