Oregano is a versatile culinary herb used in many cuisines worldwide, especially Italian and Greek cuisines. It is particularly popular in pizza and tomato-based dishes, but it can also be added to sausages, soups and meat. Oregano is characterised by…
Parsley is one of the most popular herbs in the world. It is a versatile ingredient that can be used in soups, salads, stews and dishes with meat, fish and tomatoes. It belongs to the same family as carrot, cumin…
Besides being famed as a salad staple that accompany almost every restaurant, cucumbers also make for a perfect summer cocktail. Almost 96% of the content of a cucumber is water, and they are a tasty way to hydrate. Cucumbers are…
Shiitake mushrooms range in colours from amber to paper bag-brown. Each mushroom has a wide umbrella shape with caps and a curled rim. Shiitake mushrooms are said to have 10 times more flavour than white button mushrooms. Its smoky flavour…
Many people think that the Fuji apple is named after Mount Fuji, but its name actually comes from Fujisaki, the Japanese town where they were developed. Known for their sweet flavour, Fuji apples have one of the highest sugar contents…
Guava is famed for its strong and sweet fragrance. The fruit is round or oval in shape and has light green or light yellow skin. Its center is filled with tiny, hard seeds. Besides being a flavourful ingredient for jams…
Celeries come in long, straight stalks with green leaves at the top. It is an easy snack that can be paired with cheese and peanut butter. Their distinctive flavour becomes the hallmark flavour for many dishes such as soups and…
Capsicums can be found in any kitchen because of its versatility; they can be stir fried, stewed, stuffed, roasted, or barbecued. Though capsicums are commonly red, green, or yellow in colour, they can also come in white, orange, brown, and…
Mushrooms come in countless varieties, the best-known of which include Portobello and Shiitake mushrooms. While they’re often used to soak up flavours when cooking, they actually hold a lot of flavour of their own. They are an easy, delicious addition…
Cauliflower generally appears as white broccoli, and it contains many of the same nutritional values. While it is available all year, it is in its peak during autumn. Lesser known varieties are also available such as the purple cauliflower or…
Carrots are root vegetables that come in a range of colours like orange, purple, black, red, white and yellow. They are widely enjoyed around the world because of their deliciousness and versatility in a number of dishes. Carrots can make…
Bananas are nutritious, delicious and convenient. Their unique shape makes them a perfect snack for on-the-go that offers up energy to get through your day. They’re also ideal for being used in smoothies or in baking. The ‘tree’ is actually…
