Tampico Star Anise Star anise is a star-shaped fruit native to Vietnam and China. In cooking, star anise adds a licorice-like flavor. Anise and Star Anise have the same flavor profile and their name has always been a source of confusion. But while they may have similar flavors, they are not related in any way and are not the same thing. In fact, anise seed is harvested from the flowers of a small herb related to dill, cumin, fennel, and caraway. Meanwhile, star anise is harvested from pods found...