Fortunately, natural food dyes can be substituted to make food colorful, without the harmful effects. Butterfly pea flowers give vibrant color to this cream cheese frosting. They are rich in anthocyanins, which give them a vibrant blue color. These compounds also have numerous health benefits and can help to boost brain function and memory.
One of my favorite ways to work with herbs is to incorporate them into my food, and I especially love adding them to condiments and seasonings. This herb infused salt combines brightly colored, health boosting butterfly pea (Clitoria ternatea) flower with salt for a seasoning that is both beautiful and beneficial to overall vitality.
Infusing homemade condiments with coffee is a great way to boost their health benefits and add depth of flavor. This simple vinaigrette incorporates coffee for a unique taste that is sure to spruce up any salad. We like to enjoy it on a blend of fresh lettuce and arugula from our gardens.
Roses make a great addition to various desserts & beverages, like these rose infused cookies. These are easy to whip up and make a perfect last minute Valentine’s Day treat!
Let food be thy medicine! Dark chocolate infused with health boosting turmeric tastes divine and supports vitality.
Rompope is a traditional Ecuadorian beverage that is enjoyed during the Christmas season. It combines milk, egg yolks, & warming spices, and is usually spiked with rum or aguardiente (liquor made from sugar cane).
These pine infused snickerdoodles are a festive, foraged spin on the classic cookie. Pine needles impart herbal, citrusy notes that pair wonderfully with spicy, warming cinnamon.
Pine needles (Pinus spp.) have a number of health boosting properties, which are imparted into the vinegar. They are rich in vitamin C and are a source of other nutrients, such as potassium and magnesium, and antioxidants. They also have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and expectorant effects.
This rendition of the classic cocktail is one of my favorites. It’s infused with cherry and cardamom, two flavors that pair perfectly with whiskey.
Lion’s mane and lavender are the perfect additions to your morning coffee, gently boosting mood and supporting cognitive function.