The Great American Spice Co. Mace is imported from the Spice Islands of the Pacific and is the outer shell (web) of the nutmeg which is shredded or ground to create mace. Mace is helpful in savory dishes and can enhance flavor. In oyster stew, for example, it seems to intensify the oyster flavor. It gives a boost to bechamel sauce, souffles and cream cheese deserts.