Anise seeds give a unique flavor to dishes and excellent anti-bloating digestive properties, which counteract abdominal discomfort. They promote well-being after meals and stimulate the appetite. They are the basis of herbal preparations that calm coughs. As aromatic and tasty seeds, they can be used in milk for breakfast, together with muesli or in a mix of dried fruit.
Tonka beans are an exotic and strongly aromatic ingredient, adding a complex, unique spicy scent to your sweet or savory recipes. Furthermore, they have a high content of coumarin, a beneficial antioxidant substance.
Star anise is an oriental spice known for its natural beneficial properties, useful against irritation and for correct gastrointestinal digestion. The active ingredient present in star anise, called anethole, helps eliminate gas and promotes the well-being of the nose and throat. How to use? Inserting whole star anise seeds into recipes, particularly into broths, stews and herbal teas.
Teff is a cereal typical of Ethiopia and Eritrea, highly nutritious and naturally gluten-free. Teff flour is a discovery with a delicate flavour, which brings wellbeing to the kitchen, both for gluten-free dishes and to give an exotic touch to your recipes. It is available in the light or dark version, diversified according to the variety.
White peppercorns are characterized by their dry, very intense spicy aroma with sweet musky nuances. It is considered a light pepper, with a delicate taste and for this reason it goes very well with fish-based dishes and pasta with plain sauces.
Anise has been known since ancient times both as a flavoring and as a natural herbal remedy. Its powdered version favors a widespread and unique seasoning in recipes. Furthermore, it helps well-being after meals and stimulates the appetite. Useful for flavoring sweet and savory recipes, milk and drinks, in baked products to give an unmistakable aniseed flavor and scent.
White pepper is a pepper with a slightly spicy and dry aroma, very aromatic but delicate, with musky and sweet nuances. It is considered a light pepper and goes very well with fish and pasta with white sauces. Practical to use in the already ground format.
The Fleur de sel of the Algarve is called in Portugal the “sun cream”, and represents a very precious salt, known since the ancient Romans. It has recently been rediscovered by chefs around the world. It shows a crunchy texture, a mild flavor and an ivory white color. Very rich in magnesium and potassium, and goes well with any type of dish.
Green pepper is used to flavor fish and meat dishes (chicken, turkey, pork, beef). The recipe for fillet with green pepper is famous. It is particularly appreciated for its spicy, fresh and delicately herbaceous flavour. Green pepper also goes well with other spices, including nutmeg, coriander and juniper.
Fleur de Sel with green Jalapeno Chipotle is a spicy and at the same time savory product. The grains of this table salt are suitable for meat dishes, to give a fruity aroma. Particularly suitable for meat dishes, especially roasts, it also adds flavor to soups and vegetables. Acts in contrast to soft foods. The best chefs use it to garnish important dishes.
Cinnamon in bark is the spice preferred by cooks to give a particular flavor to their recipes. In healthy terms, cinnamon helps keep blood sugar in balance, helps prevent cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, triglycerides and ulcers. Tip: do not cook it too long, it can become bitter.
The Guérande salt gives the palate a rich, not too salty taste. Its scent is very reminiscent of the Atlantic Ocean on the coast of Brittany, where it comes from. It has a moist consistency, which makes it suitable for many culinary preparations; in each one it brings a touch of quality and the right degree of flavor.
