by Neville Montefiore | Jan 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
ABOUT: Jackie Ziegler is a mum, blogger & soap maker. For more inspiration around soap making, check out her website HERE Recently, Jackie used Cocavo Chilli & Lime Oil to make this fantastic soap. In Jackie’s words – Sweet Orange Chilli Soap is a...
by Neville Montefiore | Dec 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
INTRODUCTION As more and more people appreciate the fantastic flavour & health benefits of coconut oil, excellent brands like Cocavo are being purchased by health conscious consumers. Our favourites are Cocavo’s Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil & 100%...
by Neville Montefiore | Oct 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
The super-spice of life Curcumin is a natural substance found in turmeric (Curcuma longa), a plant in the ginger family with a long history of use as both a medicinal herb and a culinary spice. It’s the primary ingredient in curries, especially Indian and Pakistani...
by Neville Montefiore | Oct 27, 2023 | Uncategorized
Blackstrap molasses is a byproduct of sugar production. It contains sugar but also beneficial nutrients, including iron. Sugar production starts with boiling sugarcane juice to crystallize the sugar, which is then filtered to separate it from the juice. This leaves a...
by Neville Montefiore | Jul 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
Deep fat frying is often cut out when people want to eat healthy. But, for those who enjoy fried foods, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has created a healthier oil. Scientists with the ARS Southern Regional Research...
by Neville Montefiore | Jun 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Confused about SALT? It’s no secret amongst chefs & home cooks that Salt enhances the flavour of food. It has a greater impact on flavour than any other ingredient. If you learn to use it well, your food will taste not just good, but great. Though salt also...