There are different varieties of thymes used in cooking and herbal remedies. The two most common types of thymes cultivated or available in stores are common thyme and lemon thyme. … Read more…
Evidence from history suggests that in the past 4000 years, natural healers have effectively used elderflower for treating allergies, asthma, the common cold, and flu. Almost every book on traditional … Read more…
From the ancient periods, elderflower tea has been in use for its many health benefits and healing properties. Obviously, it’s different from the usual black or green teas which all … Read more…
Elderflower and elderberry come from Sambucus (elder plant), a genus of flowering plants in the family Adoxaceae. The plants are easy to forage and grow. The various species are commonly called “elder” … Read more…
Elderflower is best known for its use in making cordial, a type of sweet liqueur. Also, elderflower drinks like cordial, champagne, tea, or water are said to have a tonic … Read more…
You may have heard of chicory coffee; used it in cooking as a spice or eating its raw or boiled leaves. But what is chicory? If you aren’t familiar with … Read more…
Spices play an important part in cooking around the world. Numerous dishes enormously depend on spices for their wonderful flavor and aroma. So much so, that the addition or omission … Read more…
Herbs and spices – what goes with what food? What types of herbs or spices to use in a particular dish like chicken, beef, beans, or others? Spices and herbs … Read more…
Anise seeds, leaves, and stems have been in use for centuries as a flavoring ingredient in liqueurs and baked goods. Its popularity continues to grow with several innovative ways of … Read more…