This close relative of mint hails from Asia, although it’s not actually certain where exactly it was first discovered. The taste is similar to mint with a hint of nettle aroma, the scent is fresh and slightly citrussy. Perilla leaf, called Shiso in Japan, is a hugely popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine and also plays … Continue reading Perilla leaf – Shiso
Month: May 2021
Strawberry – Erdbeere
The queen of berries The strawberry is the most popular berry in the world, and for good reason. The deliciously sweet berry is incredibly versatile and works with any kind of dessert but can also be combined with strong savory flavours like rocket and cheese. The strawberry like we know it today originated in America, … Continue reading Strawberry – Erdbeere
Pea – Erbse
Tiny but mighty This vegetable is one of the oldest cultivated by humans and the arrival of it marks the beginning of summer every year. Back in the day, in its native region of the Middle East, it was predominately used in its dried form as a source of protein all year round. Today peas … Continue reading Pea – Erbse
Caper – Kaper
The tangy flower bud What we commonly know as capers are the closed flower buds of a plant that have been dried and pickled. They are quite salty and a little citrussy and are especially popular in Mediterranean cuisines. The best capers are said to come from Sicily where they are sun-dried and salted to … Continue reading Caper – Kaper
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