Australia grapples with a surge in food fraud, encompassing deceitful tactics like gel-injected prawns and fruit juice-diluted wine, resulting in substantial economic losses. This podcast explores the escalating prevalence of food fraud, offering strategies for consumers to detect and counter such malpractices. Furthermore, esteemed food writer and chef Ragini Dey shares her expertise on spice selection and navigating the complexities of spice adulteration.