Exotic and costy spices ( saffron , cinnamon , cumin , ginger , nutmeg , cardamom , nigella , seeds of paradise ) were , with the exception of pepper , replaced by local herbs ( parsley , thyme , bayleaf , chervil , sage , tarragon ) .
Exotic spices ( saffron , cinnamon , cumin , ginger , nutmeg , cardamom , nigella , seeds of paradise ) were , with the exception of pepper , replaced by local herbs ( parsley , thyme , bayleaf , chervil , sage , tarragon ) .