Cinnamomum cassia has a sweeter flavor than Indonesian cassia, similar to Saigon cinnamon, but with lower oil content. Cassia bark (both powdered and in whole, or "stick" form) is used as a flavoring agent for confectionery, desserts, pastries, and meat; it is specified in many curry recipes, where Ceylon cinnamon is less suitable. Cassia is sometimes added to Ceylon cinnamon, but is a much thicker, coarser product. Cassia is sold as pieces of bark (as pictured below) or as neat quills or sticks. Cassia sticks can be distinguished from Ceylon cinnamon sticks in this manner: Ceylon cinnamon sticks have many thin layers
A Touch of Spice A Touch of Spice A Touch of Spice (Greek: "Πολίτικη Κουζίνα/Politiki Kouzina)" is a 2003 Greek film directed by Tassos Boulmetis and starring Georges Corraface as the character of the adult Fanis Iakovides. The character of Fanis Iakovides as a child is played by Markos Osse and the supporting role of Fanis's grandfather, Vassilis, is played by Tassos Bandis. The original Greek title is "Πολίτικη Κουζίνα (Politiki Kouzina)" which means "Cuisine of the City" and refers to the Cuisine of Constantinople. However, in the film's promotional material , the word "Politiki" of the title is depicted in capital letters, therefore