There’s no shortage of delicious food we can make with a good jar of honey. So when you have extra honey to spare, put it to good use and make the drink of gods—mead. Continue reading “Divine Mead Recipe”
Divine Mead Recipe
John’s Limoncello
When life gives you lemons, better make limoncello! Continue reading “John’s Limoncello”
Why Honey is Better For You Than Sugar
It’s amazing to think that while we prepare for another productive day at school or work, the bees are as busy as we are. Thanks to their unique job as pollen and nectar hunters, we get to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables plus sweeten our food with honey. But what makes honey good for you? And is it really better than sugar?
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Pickling vs Fermenting: What’s the Difference?
Dill pickles, sauerkraut, kimchi—we all love to eat them! But what makes pickled food different from fermented ones? It is quite interesting to learn how both processes are done and what sets them apart. In a nutshell, pickled foods get their sourness from the addition of an acidic liquid. Fermentation, on the other hand, makes food sour through bacterial reaction. Read this simple pickling vs fermenting guide and learn the key characteristics of these two preservation techniques.
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Fresh herbs are not only great for elevating your dishes; they are also beneficial for their medicinal qualities. Herbal teas, for one, can help elevate your mood, sooth your troubled tummy, and ease your sleeping problems. But it’s not just fresh herbs that do the job. When dried, herbs can make strong remedies for daily ailments, even ointments and lotions for the skin. Continue reading “How to Dry Herbs At Home”
Sable Breton Recipe
Sable breton is a classic French butter cookie traditionally made with a shortbread-type of dough and salted butter. Sable, in French, refers to the sandy texture of the cookie that is a staple to the people of Brittany in northwestern France. Continue reading “Sable Breton Recipe”
Is Camel Milk Better Than Cow’s Milk?
There’s a new kind of milk that’s making a buzz around town. Say hello to camel milk and learn why it might be the better milk for you. Continue reading “Is Camel Milk Better Than Cow’s Milk?”
Mushroom, Miso, and Soba Noodles Recipe
The humble button mushroom is a little underrated, they have so many minerals and health benefits including immune-boosting properties. Combined with the fermented miso and soba noodles, this is the perfect winter bowl to keep you happy and healthy. Continue reading “Mushroom, Miso, and Soba Noodles Recipe”
Nori Omelette with Miso Mushroom Broth Recipe
Best-selling cookbook author and globe-trotting foodie Jody Vassallo shares a warming recipe featuring a savoury and healthful mushroom broth that is perfect for winter from her book Beautiful Food. Continue reading “Nori Omelette with Miso Mushroom Broth Recipe”
Baking Beautiful Sourdough at Home with Daragh from Wild Bakery
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked sourdough bread to create an inviting atmosphere and make a house feel like a home. A satisfying and nurturing process, sourdough baking at home requires plenty of love and patience, but the effort is well worth it, yielding delicious, mouth-watering results. Daragh Grier of Wild Bakery even shares his tips and recipe to help you recreate this beautiful bread from scratch.
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