Cinnamon powder or sticks, which is better? Cinnamon sticks and powder both have their use case scenarios and both of them are unique in their in own ways. The difference between them is in convenience and taste, not health benefits. To make sure you’re using the best type of cinnamon for your recipe, check the […]
Depression is a serious condition and can be difficult to treat. The best thing you can do for yourself is find the right treatment options and make sure you take care of yourself. One way to help with depression is by changing your diet. In India for centuries spices for depression have been an effective […]
Spices are a must for delicious cooking. They can make all aspects of your food, from appetizers to desserts, more delicious, intense, and attractive. Spices have a variety of health benefits including nourishing your heart and blood vessels and reducing the risk of cancer or heart disease due to their antioxidant properties. In this blog we […]
Star anise is a star-shaped seed pod that has awesome health benefits, the seed is a pod of the fruit of the illicium verum plant, this is an evergreen shrub that is native to Southwest China. The Star anise has an average of eight points, each containing a single pea-sized seed. The sweet, powerful anise […]
What is called mace spice? Kerala is called the land of spices as it is a place where a wide variety of spices are grown. The unique climate and landscape makes Kerala the ideal place for growing a variety of quality spices such as pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom etc. Right from ancient times, Kerala was […]
Pasta is one of the most popular Italian dishes loved for its taste, variety and versatility. Made of grain, pasta is a healthy dish with low fat. Added with meat, fish, spices, vegetables, cheese, sauces, herbs and spices, pasta makes a tasty and filling breakfast, lunch or dinner. Pasta is also served as side dish. […]
Since the time immemorial, Kerala has been known across the world for quality organic spices. The climate, nature of soil and geographic specialties make Kerala the best place to grow some of the world’s most in demand organic spices like pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and more. Culinary spices that are grown in Kerala have many […]
Cherries, a popular fruit all across the world, are a highly delicious fruit with many health benefits. Both fresh and dried varieties of this unique fruit are relished by people of all age groups and added to a variety of dishes to enhance taste. Cherries are such a favourite fruit for many that it is […]
Jackfruit, the largest fruit produced on a tree, is available aplenty during the summer months in Kerala. Once jackfruits start to become available, this unique-tasting fruit takes the centre stage in a Kerala kitchen. Kerala cuisine is rich with a variety of dishes made with jackfruit, which include tender jackfruit stir fry, jackfruit cutlet, jackfruit […]
From time immemorial, Indians have been using Ayurvedic herbal oils for the treatment of various illnesses as well as for self-care. These Ayurvedic oils are formulated by infusing powerful healing herbs into carrier oil, also called a base oil. The base oil can be coconut oil, mustard oil, sunflower oil etc. These oils have multiple […]
Dry fruits are often called super foods because of their high nutritional value. Even a small serving of dry fruits can supply a rich amount of nutrients, vitamins, minerals and proteins that your body needs. Consuming dry fruits on a regular basis is said to have many health benefits, like reducing blood pressure, sugar and […]
Cardamom is an Indian spice which is currently used all across the world for preparing tasty food. Called the queen of spices, it is also one of the most expensive spices in the world. Cardamom in India are of two varieties, Malabar cardamom and Mysore cardamom. In Kerala, cardamom is widely cultivated in the high […]
Humans have been using spices to flavour as well as preserve food for centuries. We apply spices to food not only to add flavour and aroma, but also to enhance appearance and taste. Spices also have many health benefits and are also used as an effective remedy against several health problems such as cold, influenza, […]
When it comes to Indian food, ginger is an unavoidable ingredient, as it not only adds to flavour and taste, but also helps for digestion. Ginger is also a good remedy for many of our health problems. Ginger root, from the plant Zingiber Officinale, is a common ingredient in Chinese and Indian traditional medicines. Ginger […]
Honey is made by bees from nectar and human beings have been consuming honey for thousands of years. In many parts of the world, honey is used both as food and as medicine. From children to the elderly, all like honey thanks to its sweet taste and the flavour of honey varies depending on from […]
