The current limited edition, Limited Batch Herb Infused Olive Oil, is a delight, spiced with sesame seeds and za’atar† (also spelled zahtar), a spice blend that is very popular in Middle Eastern cuisines, including Israeli.

Then there’s the new Farmers Market line, which currently includes:

Harvest Carrot & Ginger, one of Tribe’s new Farmer’s Market flavors. Photo courtesy Tribe.

†Za’atar is actually the Arabic word for Lebanese oregano, a member of the mint family Lamiaceaea, that was known in antiquity as hyssop. The za’atar blend will vary by the blender, but includes dried thyme, oregano, marjoram, toasted sesame seeds and salt. Some blends add coriander, cumin, fennel seed or savory. A Palestinian variation includes caraway seeds. To these spices, the unique components of Lebanese oregano and sumac berries are added. The sumac, ground into a reddish-purple powder that is a popular spice in Middle Eastern cuisine, imparts a tart, fruity flavor that differentiates za’atar from other spice blends.

Tribe’s Harvest Carrot & Ginger Hummus. Photo by Hannah Kaminsky | THE NIBBLE.

The Harvest Carrot & Ginger Hummus, in particular, has a festive orange hue that looks especially nice for holiday snacking. Served with a platter of crudités, it’s a better-for-you option among the rich holiday fare.

The orange color also fits right in with Halloween and the entire harvest season.

If you’d like to make your own, here’s a reicpe:
RECIPE: CARROT GINGER HUMMUS

Prep time is 5 minutes, cook time is 5 minutes.
 
Ingredients

Preparation
1. PLACE all ingredients in a food processor and pulse several times to coarsely chop. Then let food processor run for about 2 minutes until smooth.

2. REMOVE hummus from food processor bowl to serving bowl, using a spatula. Serve with dippers of choice.

 
CARROT TRIVIA

Contrary to popular belief, baby carrots are not grown bite-sized. They are bred long and slender, and then cut into two-inch pieces and lathed to a uniform width.

According to Web MD, carrots do, in fact, help with vision. They are high in vitamin A, a nutrient essential for good vision. Eating carrots provides the small amount of vitamin A needed for good vision. (Vitamin A is also be found in cheese, egg yolks, liver and milk.
  

We love Pretzel Crisps year-round. The flat, bite-size pretzels are terrific for snacking from the bag, dipping into hummus or other dip favorite, topping with peanut butter and a slice of apple, or turning them into canapés, topped with cheese, ham, smoked salmon and so forth.

Throughout the year, Pretzel Crisps are available in Original plus Chipotle Cheddar, Everything, Jalapeño Jack and Sesame.

But for the holidays, the special goods come out: chocolate-coated pretzels with a garnish of crushed candy canes.

They’re available in two versions:

These delicious combinations of sweet indulgence and salty crunch are affordable stocking stuffers or party favors.

We enjoy them plain, with a sweet dip, as a garnish for ice cream, or with a cup of something hot (cocoa, coffee, milk, tea).

Pretzel Crisps are available at retailers nationwide. Here’s a store locator. You can also find them online.

Discover more at PretzelCrisps.com.
  

Use pie crust cutters for a professional effect. Photo courtesy Williams-Sonoma.

Just press them into the dough to form appliqués to go atop the pie, or to create cut-out designs in a pie’s top crust.

You can also use them to garnish soups and salads. Or, cut out cookie dough for a dessert garnish.

This year’s exclusive cutter set from Williams-Sonoma includes a Christmas tree, reindeer, Santa in sleigh and a snowflake.

The shapes change yearly; you can build a collection of festive shapes over time.

The durable spring-loaded cutters are designed for maximum precision, safety and easy of use. The spring mechanism creates delicate shapes embossed with fine detail. Even a child can use them.

Give a set to your favorite pie baker.

 
TIPS FOR USING PIE CRUST CUTTERS

For fun, color the dough red (for Santa), green for leaves, etc.

Here are lots of tips for making pie crust cut-outs from King Arthur Flour, including helpful photos.