There is something to be said about undertaking a complicated recipe. The thrill of a new challenge, flying solo with nothing more than your blind faith in the written word and the lure of a pretty ...

Properties: Does not need refrigeration. Stored in a cool dry place, it has a long shelf life. Uses: Sweet (cakes, cookies, tarts, jams, puddings, cocktails) as well as savory (chicken and fish dishes ...

Every year, when the first pop of color appears in my front yard, I feel myself drawn to the kitchen with an urge to bake. With spring in the air, I’m inspired to bring it indoors, too — a kind of ...

Rose water is one of those ingredients I've always appreciated in something prepared by someone else, but I've shied away from using it in my own preparations. I tend to omit it entirely or simply ...

Enjoying flowers doesn’t have to stop at a beautifully arranged bouquet or a well-tended garden. Some blooms can be consumed or mixed into elixirs, bringing aesthetic charm, subtle flavor, and ...

Rose water is a common ingredient in Middle Eastern cooking and in many Indian recipes—especially desserts. With a delicate floral aroma and taste, it can bring out a recipe’s sweetness and balance ...

Joanna is an environmental protection specialist, science writer, and clean beauty writer. Her focuses are floodplain management, coastal resilience, environmental justice, nature-based solutions, and ...