Editorial ChefGinger is a hot pungent, spicy fragrant root tuber that is rich in culinary functions and has great nutritional and medicinal value as is common in many traditional Indian and Chinese medicines. The spicy Ginger root is …
A Brief Overview of the Facts on Basil Herb
The word Basil is derived from Greek, meaning “King”. That’s where it gets its designations as “King of the herbs” or the “Royal herb”. In some cultures, it is known as the “Holy Herb”. It …
Onions, the Culinary Delight as a Food Source
Onions are vegetables that also go by the name of bulb onions or common onions. It is a small perennial herb plant that grows to about two feet tall. It takes about three to four months from …
A Quick Understanding of Spices and Their Culinary Uses
Spices can be described as fruits, seeds, roots, barks, buds, or other parts of a plant that are primarily used for flavoring, preserving food, and coloring. A Spice can be distinguished from a herb in that herbs are …
Quick Understanding of Herbs and Their Culinary Uses
Herbs, in general, refer to the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant. The herbs may be used either fresh or dried. These plants can be used for their aromatic or savory properties in …
5 Steps on how to Grow Rosemary Herb in a Pot
Like many plants, anyone can grow Rosemary herb whether you live in an apartment or a home with a yard. The most common reason for growing Rosemary at home is that you can get an …
Getting to Know Your Thyme Herb
Thyme herb is an aromatic evergreen perennial shrub with fragrant rich, lilac or white flowers, a thin woody base, and square stems. It grows to about 15 to 30 cm in height. Thyme grows best …
Getting to Know Your Rosemary Herb
Rosemary herb is an aromatic evergreen perennial shrub with blue flowers. It is a plant that grows well with well-drained, alkaline soil yet requires plenty of sunlight. Rosemary does best when kept away from strong …
