May 7, 2018
Nilüfer Tea’s New “Sakura Tea”($12) The term ‘April showers’ has never been so relevant when you think about the annual bloom of sakura, or cherry blossom in the English language. Although it only blooms in particular countries such as Japan and Korea, the beauty of the small delicate pink flowers has become so widely popular that many travel from all over the world simply to witness the Sakura showers. The […]
May 4, 2018
Almost every girl loves pink. The colour is beautiful and radiates gentleness and femininity. But have you ever thought about incorporating the soft colour into your food? How do you do that without the commonly undesirable solution of using food colouring? Rosie Hatch, an author to the book, Rosie’s Rustic Kitchen, gave us great recipes for creating beautifully pink desserts. They are easy to make, beautiful to look at, and fun […]
May 2, 2018
For ages, milk thistle has been found to be a natural remedy for many health ailments. Among its many important uses, the one that stands out most is detoxification. Many research has been done and are still in progress to learn and understand the full extent of its usefulness. While such research is still ongoing, it has already been proven that milk thistle is packed with numerous health benefits that […]
April 30, 2018
Hello, is it tea you’re looking for? Finding a suitable wedding favour or corporate gift on behalf of your organisation can be a perennial headache. Well, have some positivi-tea because there’s nothing tea can’t solve! Almost everyone loves tea and a personalised tea sachet or artisanal tea blend could be a nifty edible favour or the most appreciated present – you’d bring a morning smile to your gift recipient’s face […]
April 27, 2018
If you haven’t heard of lemon verbena, then you are definitely missing out. This phenomenal plant has been proven to provide tons of health benefits. Lemon Verbena belongs to the Verbenaceae family, and don’t be fooled by its looks, because although this tree is tiny, it contains so much goodness that it is greatly popular as a substitute of chemical allopathic medications. It has small flowers in shades of white […]
April 25, 2018
Lemon balm is a member of the mint family, and not the balm you buy from. The plant can withstand unfavorable climatic conditions and are very easy to grow. It has a wonderful fragrance that is energizing and invigorating, resembling a scent between mint and lemon. Lemon balms are not only beautiful additions to the garden, but it is used in traditional forms of medicine, aromatherapy and cooking. The flowering […]
April 23, 2018
We love lemons. These fruits are bright, refreshing, smell divine, and hold a great store of wonderful health benefits. When life gives you lots of lemons, don’t just make lemonade! The versatile little citrus fruit can do so much more for your health, your home and beyond. Check out 6 uses for your stash of lemons, leftovers or not. 1. Add it to water Advertisements Water can rev up your […]
April 16, 2018
Harnessing the power of herbs and flowers can feel a little like magic. My grandma used to have a little herb garden and not only did she cook with the plants she grew herself, but whenever I went to her with complaints about a wound, an aching stomach or being unable to sleep, she’ll nod her head sagely, go out into the garden and pluck a something that will make […]