From the nightshade family, paprika or Capsicum annuum, is used around the world. Popularized in Hungarian and Spanish cuisines, this spice has risen in popularity in the United States with the influx of more Spanish-speaking immigrants over the past few decades.
Paprika is a mild chile coming it at only 100 to 250 SHU on the Scoville Scale. It’s not extremely hot, but it does have complex flavors and those smoky undertones that are extremely desirable in dishes that call for that flavor but don’t need heat. Smoked paprika is a forgiving spice, so you may need more than you think to get a huge depth of flavor. It’s perfect for those times when you’re just looking for some subtle smokiness though!
David Humphrey
Chef/Owner
In September of 2019 our Chef/Owner, David Humphrey, started A&H Provisions to help bring a local option for spices to the Atlanta, Georgia area. An option that will give local residents the ability to have a spice merchant help them make the right choices when purchasing their spices. We will source our product so as to provide you with freshest product possible.
Chef David has been in the culinary industry for over 25 years. His first job was at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois. After that he was hooked on the industry. He would continue to work with food whether it was in the back or front of house, in positions from entry level to managerial. In 2010, Chef David enrolled in culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Chicago and then graduated in March of 2012 with an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts. He then began working at fine dining restaurants in Chicago, amongst them were, Bistro Bordeaux, Fork and A10. In 2016, He moved to Lawrenceville, Georgia and began working at restaurants there, then eventually switched over to Private Chef work before starting A&H Provisions.
At A&H Provisions, we have the belief that making great food starts with a solid FOUNDATION. Our spices provide that foundation for ultimate FLAVOR, which will give you the greatest tasting FOOD for you and your family.