Pepper is a popular spice used in many cooked dishes worldwide. It is obtained from dried berries of the pepper, a tropical tree from Asia. There are several types of pepper, each with their own flavor and own degree of spice. Black pepper is most commonly used in the kitchen and is obtained by drying the pepper berries until they are black and hard. It has an aromatic and spicy taste and is often used to season many dishes, such as meats, fish, vegetables and soups. The white pepper is also obtained from pepper berries, but is dried and peeled before being ground. It has a less spicy taste than black pepper and is often used to season more delicate dishes, such as sauces and fish soups. Green pepper is also obtained from pepper berries, but is picked before being completely ripe and is dried in the sun. It has a softer taste and more fruity than black pepper.