Although you'd need to buy the spices required for many world food recipes, you might be surprised at the number of herbs you can grow here. Check out Nichols Garden Nursery for great descriptions and good deals.
Here's an herb bundle you can use to flavor soups and stews:
- Gather 2-3 sprigs each of Sage, Rosemary, Winter Savory and Thyme.
- Bundle the sprigs together with string, tying tightly enough so that the string won't loosen and fall apart in hot liquid.
- Place the bundle in the pot, making sure it's completely covered by liquid.
- Remove when cooking is complete.