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I’ve received so many questions from readers about pickling and canning that I thought I’d share them with all of you too. Q: Colleen, are
Effectively preserving food could mean the difference between a lean winter and starvation for many humans throughout history. Our persistent ancestors discovered everything from freezing,
There are some plants can be used as herbs (i.e. their fresh or dried leaves and stems) that also produce edible and tasty spices (i.e. their seeds).
Dear, Water I owe you an apology. I have treated you like an annoying drip for so many years and yet you have made my
Last week I talked about fragile herbs. This week, of course, I’ll share my favourite robust herbs. As counterpoints to their sensitive kin, robust herbs
Some herbs are just more delicate than others. I call them the fragile herbs. They bruise easily, they don’t like the cold, yet they shrink
Nothing will elevate your food and your cooking the way seasoning it will. You can create dishes with bold and defined flavour or nuanced blends
Nope, I’m not talking about taking etiquette classes or studying the classics. We are literally talking about how the flavour of foods are determined and
Seafood lovers love bouillabaisse, a seafood soup or stew that’s brimming with intricate flavours and every kind of seafood. Traditionally, this French dish simmered all
Seafood is a delight for many people. It has a unique flavour, and is nutrient dense and generally low-calorie. It’s also quick and fast to
