Death Spice Blend
A Tarot-Inspired Culinary and Ritual Companion from Dahlia’s Enchanted Kitchen
Let’s talk about Death. Not the ending, but the transformation. The Death card in the tarot often arrives draped in shadows and misconceptions—but look closer, and you’ll see it’s not about finality. It’s about release, renewal, and rebirth. It clears away what no longer serves us to make space for the new. That’s the energy infused into every pinch of the Death Spice Blend.
This deeply savory blend is built around mushroom powder—earthy, grounding, a direct connection to the underworld and decay that fuels fertile soil. Mushrooms are nature’s recyclers, breaking down the old so life can flourish again. Blended with sea salt, this mix becomes a preserving force—holding, honoring, and seasoning transformation. There’s garlic here too, ancient and protective, long used in banishing and warding spells. It brings a sharp clarity that cuts through stagnant energy. Yellow mustard adds heat—not overwhelming, but insistent. It lingers just long enough to wake up your palate, reminding you that change often comes with a kick. White pepper, subtler than its black counterpart, brings a whisper of fire, not a shout. It’s a quiet stirring—what you feel just before the shift. Then comes thyme, a timeless herb of courage and healing. Chives and parsley, bright and green, bring freshness and new life—perfect symbols of what can grow when we clear the old.
Culinary Uses
This is your go-to blend for anything earthy and umami-rich. It’s incredible on roasted root vegetables, folded into lentil soup, or sprinkled over sautéed mushrooms with a splash of cream. Rub it onto chicken thighs before searing or use it as a finishing touch on a simple buttered noodle dish. It shines in eggs—scrambled, deviled, or baked. Try it in a compound butter or mixed into soft cheese for an herbaceous, savory spread that lingers long after the last bite.
I like to use it when I’m cleaning out the fridge—transforming scraps into something nourishing. It turns “what’s left” into “what’s next.” And isn’t that the whole point?
Ritual & Spell Work
This blend was made with endings in mind—not the tragic kind, but the purposeful ones. Sprinkle it into boiling water to accompany cord-cutting spells. Dust it onto charcoal and let its scent anchor your release work. If you’re preparing for a major life shift—be it grief, a breakup, quitting a job, or even moving house—season your meals with intention. Speak aloud what you’re ready to leave behind as the blend sizzles in oil or melts into broth.
Death isn’t the villain of the tarot—it’s the gardener. And this blend is the mulch.
Hand mixed by Dahlia's Enchanted Kitchen. This product is exempt from state licensing and inspection. This product may contain allergens.