“An I had but one penny in the world, thou shouldst have it to buy ginger-bread.” – Shakespeare, Love’s Labours Lost. To me, ginger is one of those substances that seems almost magical. Cure for nausea? Check. Anti-inflammatory? Check. Fragrant and delicious? Check. From its zingy presence in savory dishes to its aromatic spiciness in cookies and bread, what’s not to love?