Est. 2018 — Portland, Oregon

Saffron & Sage

A curated spice boutique for the adventurous cook

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Artisan spice jars

Where flavor meets intention

Saffron & Sage was born from a simple belief: the spices in your kitchen should be as thoughtfully sourced as the food on your table. We travel to farms and cooperatives across six continents to bring home single-origin spices that are vibrant, aromatic, and ethically traded.

Every jar in our boutique tells a story—from the volcanic soils of Zanzibar where our cloves are hand-harvested, to the sun-drenched fields of Kashmir where our saffron blooms for just two weeks each autumn. We grind in small batches, ship quickly, and never compromise on freshness.

200+
Single-Origin Spices
38
Source Countries
6
Years Running

Curated for the curious palate

From weeknight essentials to rare single-origin treasures, our collections are built for cooks who believe flavor starts before the flame.

Global Pantry Set
Curated Set
The Global Pantry

12 essential single-origin spices from around the world. The perfect foundation for any kitchen.

Kashmir Saffron
Single Origin
Kashmir Saffron

Grade I Mongra saffron, hand-harvested from the Pampore Valley. Intensely floral, deeply crimson.

Midnight Ras el Hanout
House Blend
Midnight Ras el Hanout

Our 24-ingredient Moroccan-inspired blend with rose petals, black lime, and long pepper.

Tellicherry Peppercorns
Single Origin
Tellicherry Peppercorns

Extra-bold grade from Kerala's Malabar coast. Complex, citrusy heat with earthy depth.

Ember & Smoke
House Blend
Ember & Smoke

Urfa biber, smoked paprika, chipotle, and a whisper of cocoa. Built for grilling season.

Baker's Treasury
Curated Set
The Baker's Treasury

8 baking spices including Saigon cinnamon, Grenadian nutmeg, and Madagascar vanilla.

Recipes & inspiration

Saffron risotto
Recipe · 35 min

Saffron & Lemon Risotto

A silky, golden risotto that lets our Kashmir saffron truly shine. Finished with mascarpone and a bright lemon gremolata.

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Spiced lamb
Recipe · 1 hr 20 min

Slow-Braised Ras el Hanout Lamb

Tender lamb shoulder braised low and slow with our Midnight Ras el Hanout, preserved lemon, and Castelvetrano olives.

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Spiced chocolate truffles
Blog · 5 min read

The Art of Toasting Whole Spices

Why dry-toasting transforms your cooking, the telltale signs of a perfect toast, and three common mistakes to avoid.

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Visit the boutique

Step inside and explore our full collection. Smell, taste, and discover spices you won't find anywhere else. Our team is always happy to help you find the perfect blend.

Location

742 NW Everett Street
Portland, OR 97209

Hours

Mon–Sat: 10am – 7pm
Sunday: 11am – 5pm

Contact

(503) 555-0187
hello@saffronandsage.com

Spice market atmosphere

“The best-smelling corner
in Portland.”

— Portland Monthly

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