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Clove - The Aromatic Flower Buds
Clove - is that little spice that looks like a nail. I’ve always associated it with Christmas! My parents introduced me to clove buds...
kamilfoltan
Sep 30, 20202 min read


Lapsang Souchong - Perhaps, The First Black Tea
Recently, I was looking for a nonalcoholic alternative to different styles of whiskeys (eg; smokey, mellow, spicy, blended - dry, fruity)...
kamilfoltan
Sep 20, 20203 min read


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Vanilla - The Only Edible Fruit in the Orchid Family
Vanilla is the most popular flavour in the world mostly enjoyed through desserts, ice cream, custards, cakes or as a flavour enhancement...
kamilfoltan
Aug 23, 20203 min read
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Maracuja - The Miracle Fruit we know as Passion Fruit
The first time I was introduced to passion fruit was when I was reading through a Tiki cocktail book as I was exploring how passion fruit...
kamilfoltan
Jul 13, 20203 min read


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Nutmeg & Mace - The Spice of War
A few years back, I was based on the Island of Gods, Bali, Indonesia. Apart from the amazing lifestyle, Bali at that time was...
kamilfoltan
Jun 24, 20202 min read


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Cherry Blossom - Let's picnic under the blossoms!
It’s spring in Japan, the time where flora blooms, creating the most spectacular views. It is around this time of the year that brings...
kamilfoltan
Apr 8, 20202 min read


Pandan aka The Insect Repellant
Have you ever visited Asia and experienced a very pleasant, bready and nutty aroma during a taxi ride? I know I have! When I asked the...
kamilfoltan
Mar 25, 20201 min read


Indonesian Arak
By Guest Contributor: Lisa Virgiano Indonesian Arak, is a type of distilled alcohol that is classified differently from other more...
zurinabryant
Mar 21, 20202 min read


Jaggery & Palm Sugar - The Alternative Sweeteners
As a cocktail barman, watching global health and lifestyle trends is something I am passionate about. I have therefore become curious...
kamilfoltan
Feb 27, 20203 min read


Fenugreek - The Ancient Spice of Mummification
Recently, I spent a fair bit of time learning about Indian culture, researching recipes and experimenting with spices. I have to say that...
kamilfoltan
Feb 24, 20203 min read


Buntan & Konatsu - The Rise of Japanese Citrus
The Land of the Rising Sun is an island paradise blessed with the most diverse, exotic citrus fruit. Citrus trees are everywhere you look...
kamilfoltan
Feb 14, 20202 min read


Betel Paan - The Chewing Leaf
When I was in India for the first time, I was introduced to a pungent sweet treat sold on the street, that is often consumed after a good...
kamilfoltan
Feb 7, 20202 min read
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