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King Cinnamon! by Rachael Afra
Pollinated by flies, cinnamon is a bushy evergreen tree native to Sri Lanka (Ceylon), a country off the coast of India and Myanmar (Burma), located between India, China, Laos, Thailand,...
King Cinnamon! by Rachael Afra
Pollinated by flies, cinnamon is a bushy evergreen tree native to Sri Lanka (Ceylon), a country off the coast of India and Myanmar (Burma), located between India, China, Laos, Thailand,...
The Ancients by Rachael Afra
Spices are small additions that create flavorful differences in both cooking and baking. While I'm sure you have several go-to spices, it's easy to overlook others in your cabinet. Today,...
The Ancients by Rachael Afra
Spices are small additions that create flavorful differences in both cooking and baking. While I'm sure you have several go-to spices, it's easy to overlook others in your cabinet. Today,...
What's in a Brine? by Rachael Afra
Brine is a liquid solution that contains equal parts salt and sugar or salt and spices. For instance, pickling is a form of brine that preserves vegetables, meats, and eggs. I don't...
What's in a Brine? by Rachael Afra
Brine is a liquid solution that contains equal parts salt and sugar or salt and spices. For instance, pickling is a form of brine that preserves vegetables, meats, and eggs. I don't...
Aromatics part deux by Rachael Afra
Herbs are one of Mother Nature's greatest gifts. I love their hardy scents and the way their flavors complement dishes. One of my favorite kitchen tools is a mortar and...
Aromatics part deux by Rachael Afra
Herbs are one of Mother Nature's greatest gifts. I love their hardy scents and the way their flavors complement dishes. One of my favorite kitchen tools is a mortar and...
Aromatics By Rachael Afra
Herb preservation was necessary for indigenous peoples and settlers during the winter months. These flavor enhancers made meat and vegetables more palatable. Growing herbs, drying bundles, and storing them guaranteed...
Aromatics By Rachael Afra
Herb preservation was necessary for indigenous peoples and settlers during the winter months. These flavor enhancers made meat and vegetables more palatable. Growing herbs, drying bundles, and storing them guaranteed...
Spice it Up! By Rachael Afra
What's my favorite part of starting anything big or small? The first step! My grandfather made big moves in my family. He wore many hats in business and decided to...
Spice it Up! By Rachael Afra
What's my favorite part of starting anything big or small? The first step! My grandfather made big moves in my family. He wore many hats in business and decided to...