The Dish Off the Block Superbly Herby Recipe Contests invited contestants to create original recipes that highlight their Superbly Herby spice’s herbaceous flavors in fresh and exciting ways. Superbly Herby is a very unique blend of eight herbs and spices that make mealtime easy and approachable for the home cook, providing layers of flavor in just one bottle. From main courses, appetizer, and side dishes, our entrants showed up with creativity and inspired recipes.

After careful review and judging, we are thrilled to announce the winners:

First Place – $500

Chicks in a Blanket with Mango Salsa
Cindy Kerschner

Second Place – $200

Superbly Herby Bright & Crunchy Chicken Entree Salad
Merry Graham

Third Place – $100

Superbly Herby Sweet & Savory Popcorn
Merry Graham

Congratulations to our winners!

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Dish Off the Block is a a food and lifestyle blog created by Pamela Gelsomini, a self-taught cook and award-winning competitive “food sport” enthusiast. The blog showcases her globally inspired approach to cooking, shaped by decades of travel and a passion for bold, creative flavors. With hundreds of recipes designed for the home cook, Dish Off the Block strikes a balance between approachable and elevated, encouraging readers to step into their own creativity in the kitchen. Through her second-act career, Pamela brings both expertise and inspiration, proving that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself through food.

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