Spice Tasting & Blending Workshop

Spices have the power to transform the everyday into something unforgettable. In this immersive, hands-on, guest led class, you’ll explore the world of whole spices—learning how aroma, grind size, and freshness shape flavor in ways that pre-ground spices simply can’t.

Together, we’ll taste, grind, and compare a variety of spices, exploring how texture and consistency influence flavor release. You’ll learn how to build balanced blends, how heat and fat affect spice performance, and how small adjustments can completely transform a dish. Whether you’re enhancing a simple weeknight meal or experimenting with your own signature mix, this class will give you the tools to cook more intuitively and creatively.

David Nelson is a founding member of FinaMill and the company’s Sales Manager. He joined the team at its start in 2019 and played an active role in the creation of the innovative FinaMill grinding system. With a curious mind and a strong palate, David helped test and refine the performance of FinaPods by evaluating grind size, consistency, and spice compatibility across hundreds of herbs, seeds, and peppercorn varieties. His hands-on work in the early days of development gave him a unique and intimate understanding of how spices behave and how to bring out their best flavor.

Outside of product development, David has spent the last year teaching weekly in-home cooking classes that focus on foundational cooking skills and flavor basics. Known for his warm, genuine personality and lighthearted sense of humor, David creates a relaxed, welcoming environment where everyone feels encouraged to experiment. He believes that spices are what make cooking personal—tiny ingredients that transform simple dishes into something worth sharing. His passion is helping people move beyond recipes and start discovering flavors for themselves.

Whether he is exploring new spices, teaching a class, or showing someone how to build their first blend, David’s goal is always the same: to spark curiosity, empower creativity, and make flavor fun. Come learn with David and take home your very own Finamill & custom spice blend.