Madagascar! This vast island is home to generous and rich ecosystems, as well as a cradle for rare wild peppers that until recently were almost unknown but have now become highly coveted on the shelves of top chefs – Voatsiperifery peppers. These peppers grow only in wild conditions, surrounded by pure nature. However, harvesting them […]
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Discovering Sri Lanka – Ceylon Cinnamon
“Ceylon Cinnamon – The Legendary Spice” Cinnamon originated from Ceylon, but in ancient times, many legends surrounded its origins. Egyptians, who used cinnamon for embalming, believed it was cultivated through mystical rituals in a distant and mysterious land. To unveil this mystery, Queen Hatshepsut ordered an expedition to the Land of Punt, also known as […]
Rare Cameroonian Penja Pepper
Penja Pepper In the village of Penja, Cameroon, pepper cultivation began in the 1930s through the initiative of a banana grower named Antoine Decré. This marks one of the latest examples of Piper nigrum, the species of black pepper plants, thriving outside its natural habitat. The rapid rise of Penja pepper to global culinary fame […]
Salt – Invaluable Crystals of the Earth
If one spice had to be chosen to encapsulate the entire history of humanity, it would undoubtedly be salt. While salt has long been an essential part of our daily diet and culinary practices, historically it was a luxury item, available to only a few and surrounded by almost mythical qualities regarding its impact on […]
Mysterious Citrus Peppers – An Undiscovered Treasure of Asia
The Asian continent has long been renowned for its vast variety of spices, which once dazzled European nobility. Formerly exclusive luxuries accessible only to aristocracy, many of these treasures from the continent have now become integral parts of our daily cuisine—peppers, cinnamon, and ginger are just a small fraction of the immensely popular spices whose […]
What makes Japanese Matcha Tea so Special?
Green tea comes in several varieties, and one of them, the topic today, is Matcha. There’s much to discuss about Matcha tea, starting from its history and origins to its preparation methods and health benefits. Rooted in deep traditions, this green tea has spread worldwide and is prized for its exceptional cultivation, processing methods, and […]
Ode to Tomatoes: Elevating Flavor through Tomato Sauce
Though supermarket shelves overflow with tomatoes year-round, nothing will replace the aroma and flavor of a tomato grown in Lithuania. Many are unaware that there are over 10,000 different varieties of tomatoes. Perhaps a lifetime wouldn’t be enough to taste them all! It’s safe to say that no matter how many varieties exist and where […]
White Egyptian Desert Salt: A Surprise with its Unique Texture
The crust can form not only in winter and not only where it’s cold, but in the middle of the Egyptian desert crust as much as you like. We joke, white Egyptian desert salt is so called because of its unique texture, which very much resembles the well-known crust White Egyptian desert salt was discovered […]
The Mood Coffee Club Unveiled: A Global Showcase Debut
From October 7th to 11th, “The Mood” made waves at Cologne, Germany’s prestigious “Anuga,” the world’s largest food and beverage trade show.
The Sin of not Tasting: Probably the Most Delicious Italian Pasta.
Embark on a culinary journey with authentic Italian pastas, crafted with passion and expertise. Our partners, ‘Monograno Felicetti’ and ‘Antico Pastificio Morelli,’ uphold centuries-old traditions to deliver the true flavors of Italy.