What is gentle spice, anyway?

Think warm cinnamon in oatmeal, a whisper of smoked paprika on roasted veggies or the Mexican-inspired seasoning + sauce in our new Little Spoon × Siete dishes. It’s the mellow middle ground between rotisserie chicken and chicken tinga—just enough zing to wake up the taste buds without torching them.

Why bother spicing things up this early?

• Early exposure builds adventurous eaters. Babies are most open to new flavors now—the more they taste early on, the less picky they’ll be later.
• Culture on a spoon. Why wait to pass down tradition? A pinch of your family’s (or family friend’s ❤️) go‑to spice is a passport stamp they can chew on.
• Flavor beats salt. Gentle spice builds excitement without extra sodium or sugar. It’s a win‑win.

Let’s do some myth-busting, shall we?

Mild spices like cumin or turmeric are digestion BFFs—and pediatrician‑approved in little doses. Many experts agree that babies can start exploring flavors around six months—so long as the texture is right for their age. Oh, and that squinch‑nose look? It’s shock, not trauma. Keep offering; curiosity needs reps. 

Your five‑step gentle spice game plan:

Choose your starter. Think cinnamon, nutmeg, cumin, mild chili powder or Siete’s Mild Taco Seasoning (featured in our new Beef Taco Smash Plate

Pair it with a fave. Stir a pinch into puréed sweet potato or sprinkle over scrambled eggs.

Keep portions kid‑sized. A fingertip of spice for a whole serving is plenty.

Watch for cues, not drama. Some redness around the mouth is okay; rashes, vomiting or breathing issues are not. Consult your pediatrician if anything feels off.

Repeat & rotate. Offer the same spice three different times, then swap in a new one. Consistency beats novelty overwhelm.

Flavor + tradition—packed fresh just for you. 

We’ve teamed up with Siete to celebrate culture through flavor—shared from table to table, not just down the family tree. Here’s the scoop on our limited-edition Little Spoon × Siete dishes:

Chicken Taco Bites Biteable

Juicy, antibiotic-free chicken breast tossed in Siete’s zesty garlic, chili, cumin + lime sauce—served with tender zucchini and a vibrant bean, sweet potato + cilantro hash.
✨ 11g of protein
🖐️ Cut-to-size pinchable bites
🐔 Made with antibiotic-free chicken breast

Beef Taco Smash Plate 

A cozy combo of grass-fed beef with Siete’s Mild Taco Seasoning, riced cauliflower + lentils—served with saucy red rice, a veggie medley and creamy coconut-kissed pinto beans.

✨  14g of protein
🌱 4g of fiber
🐄 Made with grass-fed beef

Both are portion‑perfect and ready faster than you can Google “Is paprika okay for littles?” Yes, yes it is. 

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