Herb & Spice

Ginger-soy dipping sauce

Posted By: Zorn Matrewon: February 19, 2018

Ginger-soy dipping sauce from China is served with dumplings and fried seafood and also goes well with barbequed chicken. You could add just a little chilli sauce if you want. Ingredients: 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce 3 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tsp gr... Read more

Ponzu

Posted By: Zorn Matrewon: February 13, 2018

Ponzu sauce is extensively used in the Japanese kitchen. It is made by simmering rice vinegar, mirin, soy sauce, dried bonito flakes, and kombu (kelp); the liquid is strained and cooled, then yuzu or bitter orange juice is added to taste. The co... Read more

Geranium and orange body oil

Posted By: bisaon: February 10, 2018

Geranium and orange body oil is an enriching body oil that will treat your body as well as your mind, and bring you a deep sense of well-being. It’s a great all-purpose skin-conditioning or massage oil, with a bright, fresh scent. Geranium essen... Read more

Yuzukosho

Posted By: Zorn Matrewon: February 07, 2018

Yuzukosho means yuzu chilli paste and this Japanese seasoning is from Kyushu, where much of the yuzu crop comes from. It is a blend of yuzu zest, chile peppers (normally green) and salt that’s left to ferment. Originally made in domestic kitchen... Read more

Stimulating body oil

Posted By: bisaon: February 04, 2018

This stimulating body oil is made of enriching base of plant oils with high levels of minerals, natural essential fatty acids, and vitamins, which restore suppleness and elasticity to the skin. A stimulating aromatherapy combination of juniper,... Read more

Jon Dip sauce

Posted By: Zorn Matrewon: February 01, 2018

Koreans have a variety of dipping sauces based mostly on mixtures of sesame, chile, vinegar, and soy sauce. They are served with dumplings and pancakes, with uncooked fish, vegetables, and grilled meats. Jon Dip sauce: 1 tsp granulated sugar 1⁄4... Read more

Lavender and bergamot soothing skin oil

Posted By: bisaon: January 30, 2018

In this calming aromatherapy combination, soothing lavender, floral geranium, relaxing cypress, and fresh, uplifting bergamot are mixed into a skin-nourishing base of various vegetable oils to help restore your skin’s suppleness and provide it w... Read more

Mandarin and myrrh foot scrub

Posted By: bisaon: January 25, 2018

Foot scrubs cleanse and nourish feet and effectively remove rough skin, and leave your feet feeling fresh and soft. In this mandarin and myrrh foot scrub, pumice powder effectively smooths away hard skin and improves circulation, while a mix of... Read more

Sambal ulek

Posted By: Zorn Matrewon: January 25, 2018

Chile peppers used in Sambal ulek are lomboks, but different fresh hot red chile peppers can be substituted. A large quantity can be made; it’ll preserve in the fridge for 2–3 weeks in a closed jar or can be frozen in small pots. Ingredients: 1... Read more

Infusions

Posted By: bisaon: January 25, 2018

An infusion is the best way to get the most out of the green, softer, or flowering parts of a plant. A standard therapeutic infusion is 1 heaping teaspoon dried herb or 2 teaspoons of a mixture of dried herbs (for fresh herbs use double the amou... Read more