Herbs and spices are aromatic products, either fresh or dried, derived from plants, utilized to enhance the flavor of both plant and animal-based foods. Herbs are typically derived from the leaves of plants, whereas spices originate from seeds, roots, bark, fruits, berries, arils, pods, and flowers. Herbs and spices have played a fundamental role in the evolution of global food cultures. Beyond culinary applications, they hold religious, economic, medicinal, and political significance. Their trade shaped empires, and their aromatic and preservative qualities enriched home cooking and industrial food production deeply. In ancient civilizations, spices and herbs were regarded as superfoods endowed with mythical medicinal properties.