The tropical island of Reunion is tucked away between Madagascar and Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. Although it’s a department of France, it blends Indian, Chinese, African and European cultures, each contributing spices, herbs and ingredients to create a unique Creole cuisine. The volcanic island also consists of micro-climates that are perfectly suited to grow sugar cane, tropical fruit and spices such as turmeric and vanilla. Here is a look at some of the fruit, spices and flowers of Reunion that make the island so vividly colorful.

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