Recipe: Lavender Essence

Lavender essence is an elegant and unexpected addition to many traditional recipes. I use this to enhance cocktails, desserts, and to make simple syrup. Be sure to use only organic, culinary grade lavender buds. Lavender Essence 1 cup organic culinary grade lavender flowers 2 cups water Bring water to boil, and add the lavender buds. …

Peaches and Cherries are my JAM!

 There’s nothing quite as delicious, and nostalgic as homemade fruit jams, and this one is simple to make, with just a few ingredients.  The completed jam boasts a beautiful, coral-pink color, and tastes delectable on toast, in baking recipes, mixed into beverages, and even as an accompaniment to roasted chicken or pork.   Homemade fruit …

Dirty Drinks, with Ice Cream and a Cherry on Top!

Ice cream fountain drinks are a cool way to beat the summer heat, and we’ve amped up your favorite classic soda-shop recipes, turning them into creative cocktails, with whipped cream and a cherry on top! Our first culinary concoction is a Cherry Lemon Fizz with Mango Sorbet. It’s a cool, refreshing glass of YUM! Trader …