Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our saffron, vanilla, and ordering process
Saffron is not expensive because you use very little. For example, when you buy an ounce for $99.95*, divided into 670 portions, your cost per portion is 15 cents. Note that only our saffron will yield that many portions because it has 230/255 degrees of coloring strength. Because our saffron is so pure, we recommend that you use 1/3 to 1/2 less of our saffron. *Price given as an example only, since prices are subject to change without notice. The formula remains the same and you can use it to calculate your cost per portion.
In terms of quality, there is no difference between our saffron powder and threads. If you want powder, we grind it from threads so there is no "added" material, in our facility or at the source. When cooking, saffron powder will dissolve faster than threads. If you use threads, you should steep them for at least 20 minutes in a warm liquid in your recipe (ie., water, wine, lemon, milk). There is no need to toast our saffron, because it contains no humidity and it has been completely cured. You may want to crush the threads between your fingers before dropping them in the warm liquid.
Our Saffron is grown in Afghanistan, where they cut out all the impurities (style) according to our specifications. To you the consumer, this means that you will only get pure saffron (stigma).
Our online ordering system is secure. However, if you feel more comfortable, you can print the order form and fax it with your credit card or mail it in with your credit card, check or money order. You can also phone in your order at (415) 648-8990. No COD's.
All orders received before 2 pm California time, will be shipped the same business day. After 2 pm we will try to ship that day, or the next business day at the latest. You will be notified of any problems or delays with your order via e-mail.
Yes, we have a 2-4 business days express shipping option for an extra charge. You will find these options as you complete the order form in your shopping cart. This option applies only to continental US. For Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada, you must choose the appropriate option, clearly marked on the order form.
Depending on your location: West Coast: within 2-3 business days. Central: 3-6 business days. East Coast: 7-10 business days.
By shipping via UPS, packages can be tracked from the moment they leave our warehouse until they reach you. However, UPS does not accept P.O. boxes.
Yes, we do. We'll ship to Canada, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Hawaii, at an extra charge. You may select that option on your shopping cart.
At the end of the business day, you will receive an e-mail notification from UPS with your tracking number. You can track the progress of your package at www.ups.com
Send the merchandise back and we will refund you the full cost of the merchandise.
No. For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
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