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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...