Mastiha (mastic) is the sap of the mastic tree (pistacia lentiscus bush, an evergreen) that grows in the Greek island of Chios. Although the tree grows in other areas of the Mediterranean, only on southern Chios is the mastic trees produce this aromatic sap with all its wonderful properties. The mastic sap is sun-dried into…
Kitchen Tips
A collection of my favorite kitchen tips and how-to tutorials and information about specific food items and tools to help you become a better home cook.
How to store fresh herbs
Have you ever wondered how to store fresh herbs so that they do not wilt or dry within a few days? Don’t worry — storing them so they last far longer than a few days is easier than you think. Parsley, dill, basil, tarragon, mint, cilantro, purslane. Parsley, dill, basil, tarragon, mint, cilantro and purslane are delicate…
