• The Tart Jewel of Northern Gardens: A History of the Red Currant

    Walk into any Scandinavian kitchen in late July, and you will likely find a woman in an apron standing over a steaming pot of ruby-red jelly, the air thick with the sharp, wine-like aroma of…

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  • Medlar Fruit: Benefits and Uses

    Medlar is a lesser-known fruit belonging to the rose family, which also includes apples, pears, quinces, and serviceberries. This family has over 100 genera and 3,000 plant species. The medlar tree can grow up to…

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  • The Art of Preserving: A Modern Guide to Canning, Fermenting & Pickling

    Summer produce is a gift worth stretching far beyond the season. Whether you are hauling home a flat of berries from the farmers’ market or harvesting tomatoes from your own backyard, preserving lets you bottle…

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  • Blueberry Syrup Drink

    Fresh blueberries, sugar, and a touch of citric acid come together in this simple homemade syrup. After a natural fermentation-like process, you get a thick, fruity syrup that can be diluted with water for a…

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