Cherry blossom festivals celebrate the beauty of cherry trees, Japanese culture, and history. They are held worldwide, often in partnership with Japanese embassies or goodwill societies. Festivals include flower viewing parties, street fairs, and artistic performances. The events last at least two weeks to take advantage of the flowering window provided by the cherry trees. […]
Orange blossom water is a Middle Eastern ingredient made by infusing distilled water with essential oil from orange blossoms. It is used in cooking and beauty products, but can be hard to find. Seville oranges are believed to produce the best orange blossom water. Orange blossom water is distilled water that has been infused with […]
Cape gooseberry is a fruit native to South America, but now grown in tropical and semi-tropical areas worldwide. It is spherical, encased in a papery husk, and can be eaten fresh or made into jams and chutneys. The plant can be grown from seed or cuttings and can produce up to 300 fruits per year. […]
