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About South China Seas

About South China Seas

Since 1994, South China Seas has spent over 30 years sourcing the most intense and flavourful spice growers to offer unrivalled quality, selection, and freshness. We grind, blend and package on premise in Vancouver, Canada. Our ever-growing collection of spices, herbs and blends represents our passion for flavourful food & exploring international cultures through food. 

Traditionally we have been known for our single-source spices (Cinnamons, Turmeric, Paprikas, Sumac) but we have built a following for our custom made blends (Lebanese 7 Spice, Shawarma, Zatar) all of which were lovingly formulated by our team of spice experts.

Granville Island Spice Co.

Since 1994, Granville Island Spice Co. has spent over 30 years sourcing the most intense and flavourful spices from around the world. We grind, blend and package our spices in Vancouver, Canada. Our ever-growing collection of spices, herbs and blends represents our passion for global flavours & exploring international cultures through food.

  • Anise Seeds

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    Anise has a fresh, delicate licorice flavour. Native to the Middle East (the Arab name is yanisun), it is widely used throughout Europe, the Middle...

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  • Bay Leaves

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    There are two types of bay leaves, Indian bay leaves, which are cassia leaves, and the leaf of the bay tree (laurus nobilis). These are the latter....

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  • Bordeaux Herb & Garlic Blend

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    Bordeaux Herb and Garlic Blend is inspired by the rich terroir of the Bordeaux region. Frgrant Chervil Tarragon and Thyme are carefully mixed with ...

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  • Caraway Seeds Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Caraway Seeds

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    With their distinct aroma and slightly sweet flavor, our caraway seeds are a staple ingredient in many European dishes. The seeds are carefully har...

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  • Chive Powder Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Chive Powder

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    Our ground Chive Powder makes it simple and consistent to add the fresh garlic-onion flavor and bright green color of this garden herb. They are na...

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  • Cinnamon Ground, Ceylon

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    The sweet, warm aroma of Ceylon cinnamon is like no other. Grown in the lush forests of Sri Lanka, our cinnamon sticks are hand-harvested and caref...

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  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Spain

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    Granville Island Spice Co extra virgin olive oil is cold-pressed from the finest Spanish olives and bottled fresh to ensure the highest quality and...

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  • Fenugreek Leaves, Dried (Kasoori Methi)

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    Kasoori Methi is Dried fenugreek (trigonella foenum-graecum). It's leaves add a warm, grassy and nutty flavour and fragrance to curries, breads and...

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  • Fleur De Sel Coarse Sea Salt

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    When weather conditions are just right, crystals of pure salt form on the surface of the sea. Use this delicate and delicious salt in the water for...

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  • Fleur De Sel With/Aux Herbes De Provence

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    Fleur de sel, basil, fennel, lavender, savoury, thyme / Fleur de sel, basilic fenouil, lavande,sarriette, thym

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  • Garlic Granulated Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Garlic Granulated Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Garlic Granulated

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    Granulated Garlic is a great kitchen hack for chefs. Its a quick and easy way to imprat garlic flavor without needing to peel and press the garlic....

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  • Gift Set - Umami Explosion

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    South China Seas Umami Gift Set is the perfect way to experience the complex, delicious flavors of umami. This set includes three different South C...

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  • Grapeseed Oil, Italy

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    Granville Island Spice Co has the perfect balance of flavor and health. It is a 100% organic grapeseed oil that is cold-pressed to maintain its nu...

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  • Herbes de Provence Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Herbes de Provence Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Herbes de Provence

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    This fragrant herbal blend includes thyme, basil, savoury, fennel and lavender blossoms. Used as a rub, in marinades or in sautés, it complements a...

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  • Italian Porcini Powder

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    Porcini powder is the perfect way to add mushroom flavour to any dish without actually using mushroom. Intensely earthy and umami rich, porcini pow...

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  • Juniper Berries Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Juniper Berries Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Juniper Berries

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    Juniper Berries bring a fresh, resinous, woodsy scent and flavour to meat, poultry and fish dishes. They are particularly good with game (venison, ...

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  • Lavender Flowers South China Seas - South China Seas Trading Co.
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    Lavender Flowers

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    Culinary Lavender is an incredibly versatile herb for cooking. In today’s upscale restaurants, fresh edible flowers are making a comeback as enhanc...

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  • Nutmeg, Ground

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    Nutmeg is the seed of the edible fruit of a tropical tree (myristica fragrans). It is encased in a hard, shiny shell (which is discarded); the shel...

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  • Nutmeg, Whole Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Nutmeg, Whole Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Nutmeg, Whole

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    Nutmeg is the seed of the edible fruit of a tropical tree (myristica fragrans). It is encased in a hard, shiny shell (which is discarded); the shel...

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  • Oregano Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Oregano Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Oregano

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    South China Seas Oregano is a fresh, fragrant herb that is widely used in Mediterranean and Asian cuisine. The leaves are dark green with a purple ...

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  • Hot Smoked Paprika Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Hot Smoked Paprika Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Paprika Smoked Hot

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    Hot smoked paprika is produced from small, hot peppers grown in Extremadura in central Spain. The peppers are handpicked as they ripen from Septemb...

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  • Paprika, Smoked, Sweet Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Paprika, Smoked, Sweet Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Paprika Smoked, Sweet

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    South China Seas Sweet Paprika Smoked Paprika is a unique and delicious product that will enhance the flavor of any dish. It is made with sweet pap...

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  • Paprika, Hungarian, Sweet Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Paprika, Hungarian, Sweet Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Paprika, Hungarian, Sweet

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    South China Seas Hungarian Paprika is the perfect way to add a touch of flavour to your dishes. This paprika is made from high-quality peppers and ...

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  • Parisian Herb and Dijon Blend Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Parisian Herb and Dijon Blend

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    Sharp yellow mustard powder blended with fennel, parsley, and aromatic garlic and onion give this seasoning its fragrant, herbaceous flavor. Herb...

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  • Piment d'Espelette Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Piment d'Espelette Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Piment d'Espelette

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    Piment d'Espelette (Ezpeletako Biperra in Basque) is produced exclusively in the Basque communes of southern France and is protected by an Appellat...

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  • Rosemary

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    Rosemary (rosmarinus officinalis) is native to Europe and most popular in that region. Its piney, peppery, minty freshness is delicious with tomato...

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  • Saffron Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Saffron Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Saffron

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    Widely considered the world's most expensive spice, saffron is a true culinary treasure. Our Premium HEACO Spain saffron is carefully harvested by ...

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  • Spearmint, Crushed Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Spearmint, Crushed

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    South China Seas Crushed Spearmint is a high-quality, premium product that is perfect for adding a refreshing mint flavor to any beverage or food. 

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  • Sumac Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Sumac Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Sumac

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    South China Seas Sumac Spice is the perfect way to add delicious flavour to your food. This unique spice gives your food a flavourful boost. Sumac ...

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  • Tarragon

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    Tarragon, also known as estragon, is a species of perennial herb in the sunflower family. It is widespread in the wild across much of Eurasia and N...

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  • Thyme, Dried

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    Thyme is the herb (dried aerial parts) of some members of the genus Thymus of aromatic perennial evergreen herbs in the mint family Lamiaceae. Thym...

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  • Tuscan Hills Herb Blend

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    Inspired by the rolling hills of Tuscany, the Tuscan Hills Herb Blend is a floral and herby mix of Basil, Oregano, Onion and Garlic. These flavors ...

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  • Tuscan Truffle Salt Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Tuscan Truffle Salt Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Tuscan Truffle Salt

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    Our blend of coarse-grained salt and highly prized black summer truffles. The complex, earthy flavour and intoxicating aroma of black truffles adds...

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  • Wild Sage Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Wild Sage Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Wild Sage

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    South China Seas Wild Sage Spice is a unique and flavorful product that can be used in a variety of dishes. It has a rich, earthy flavor that pairs...

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  • Worcestershire Sauce Powder Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.
    Worcestershire Sauce Powder Granville Island Spice Co. - South China Seas Trading Co.

    Worcestershire Sauce Powder

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    South China Seas Worcestershire Sauce powder is an easy way to add the classic taste of Worcestershire to your food. Create a liquid and it's perfe...

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"Excellent spot to find otherwise obscure ingredients. I found long peppercorns after a year of searching and real wasabi!"

"I've been shopping at South China Seas for over 20 years and I'm always happy with the selection of products . . . I can always find the sauces and ingredients that I need for my favourite Chinese, Japanese, Indian, and Latin American recipes."

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