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Sorrel is a festive Caribbean drink made from the red sepals of the hibiscus plant, infused with cinnamon, cloves, and ginger for a tangy, sweet, and spiced flavor. Here’s how to make it: 1. Boil: Bring 8 cups of water to a boil, then add 2 cups of dried sorrel, 2–3 cinnamon sticks, 4–5 cloves, and sliced ginger. 2. Steep: Simmer for 10–15 minutes, then let it steep for a few hours or overnight. 3. Strain: Remove the solids by straining the liquid into a pitcher. 4. Sweeten: Stir in sugar to taste while warm. 5. Chill: Refrigerate and serve cold, with a splash of rum if desired. Perfect for holiday gatherings, sorrel is a drink that brings people together with its rich, festive flavor.

3-INGREDIENT FROZEN SUMMER SWEET TREAT 🍓🍌🍫 If you love chocolate, bananas and strawberries, you are going to love this one! It’s simple to make and the perfect frozen sweet treat for summer! 
You’ll need: fresh strawberries 2 ripe bananas melted dark chocolate 1. Line a glass container with strawberries. 2. Blend together bananas and melted chocolate. 3. Pour the chocolate banana mixture over the strawberries. 4. Let set in the freezer until solid (about 4 hours). 5. Remove from the freezer, slice and enjoy! ❤️ 
#chocolatestrawberry #chocolatestrawberries #chocolatebanana #chocolatebananas #chocolatefudge #fudgerecipe #3ingredients #refinedsugarfreerecipes #refinedsugarfreetreats #paleodessert #paleodesserts

Day 13/30 #b ☕ Natural (Dry) Process The Bold & Fruity Classic ☕ Looking for a sweet, fruity, and full-bodied coffee? The natural process brings out the boldest flavors by letting coffee cherries dry with the fruit intact—a method dating back centuries! 🔹 How It Works: 1️⃣ Drying – Whole cherries are spread on raised beds or patios to sun-dry for 2–4 weeks. 2️⃣ Turning – Cherries are regularly turned to prevent mold and ensure even drying. 3️⃣ Hulling – Once fully dried, the outer layers (skin, pulp, and parchment) are removed, revealing the green bean. 🔹 Why It Matters: ✅ Rich & Intense Flavors – The bean absorbs sugars from the fruit. ✅ Less Water Needed – Ideal for regions with water scarcity like Ethiopia & Brazil. ✅ Full-Bodied & Complex – Perfect for those who love a bold cup. 🔹 Flavor Profile: ☕ Jammy, tropical, and wine-like, often with notes of blueberry, strawberry, or even chocolate. Expect a heavier body and lingering sweetness. #NaturalProcess #SpecialtyCoffee #CoffeeProcessing #BaristaLife #CoffeeLovers #ThirdWaveCoffee

Calm your thirst with this delicious yellow dragon fruit lemonade. Ingredients: -1 Yellow Dragon Fruit -2 cups Water -¼ cup Pure Lemon Juice -Pinch Salt Instructions: -Wash a yellow dragon fruit with gentle soap and water, rinse well. -Using a sharp knife, point the tip down and cut the fruit in half. -Using a spoon or melon baller, scoop out the inner flesh, seeds and all, and add to a blender. -Add lemon juice, water and a pinch of salt and blend into a white froth. -Pour the drink into a glass filled with ice and lemon slices. -Enjoy cold. Refrigerate leftovers for 2 days. Credits: https://buff.ly/43EYOHU #Freshway #FreshwayUSA #ExoticFruit #ExoticFruits #Fruits #ExoticFlavors #FreshProduce #DragonFruit #YellowDragonFruit

How do you store your #California #Grapes? You may be tempted to wash them right away, but don’t do it! Check out this article on how to keep those tasty treats as fresh as when you brought them home from the market! #californiagrapeseason #tablegrapes #redgrapes #greengrapes https://lnkd.in/g6K-fF_J

🌟MINCEMEAT🌟 It's not mince. And it isn't meat! 🤯🤔 In the UK and Ireland, many of us love munching on mince pies at Christmas, but have you ever wondered why their filling is called 'mincemeat', even though there's no meat in it? It turns out that long ago, mince pies actually did have meat in them. They went by different names like 'mutton pie,' 'shrid pie,' or 'Christmas pie.' They were stuffed with meats like mutton, rabbit, and pork which is why the filling is known as "mincemeat." Back then, blending sweet-savoury flavours together was common, hence the meat/fruit combination. During the Tudor period (15th - 17th century), mince pies were rectangular, symbolising a manger, with a pastry baby Jesus on top. It was typically a main course dish that was created using 13 ingredients to represent Jesus and the 12 disciples. Mutton was a popular ingredient as it was used to represent the shepherds. And spices were used to represent the gifts given by the three wise men. Honey and dried fruits were luxuries so using them boasted wealth. Therefore, mince pies became treats for important events. However by the mid-17th century, it seems that a connection was made between mince pies and Christmas. Notably, Samuel Pepys known for his historic diaries enjoyed mince pies at Christmas. The exact time when meat was taken out of the mince pie recipe isn't clear, but by the Victorian era they became sweeter, resembling the modern mince pie we know and love today. Mince pies have become a Christmas essential and are now not made from 13 ingredients. They're filled with a delightful blend of dried fruits such as raisins, currants, orange, and lemon peel with suet. Spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg add that extra Christmassy flavour, and most come with a special touch of added brandy! 😉 I love mine warm, with a dollop of cream on the side! Christmas simply isn't complete for me without a few jars of homemade mincemeat in the house 😋🎄 Do you like them? #christmastraditions #culturalheritage #englishcoach

🥑✨ Happy National Avocado Day! 🎉 There's nothing like creamy avocado on toasted wheat bread with fluffy scrambled eggs to start the day right! 🌅🍞🥚 Who else is obsessed with this green goodness? Share your favorite avocado dishes in the comments! 💚👇 #simplychefrenee #AvocadoLove #BreakfastGoals #NationalAvocadoDay #breakfastofchampions #breakfast #breakfastfood #breakfastrecipes #breakfasts #breakfasttime☕️ #breakfasttime #breakfastideas

Why not shake things up this holiday with a festive twist? 🎄🍸 This Christmas, we're mixing up something a little extra special… Ingredients: 1. 50ml Fercullen Falls Whiskey 2. 25ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice (we promise, no fake lemons here) 3. 15ml honey syrup 4. 1-2 dashes aromatic bitters (a little bitterness, a lot of flavors) 5. Pinch of winter spice (cinnamon or nutmeg maybe) Directions: - Combine the #FercullenIrishWhiskey, lemon juice, and honey syrup in a shaker full of ice—then shake like you’re trying to wake up Santa. 🥶 - Add a dash of bitters and a pinch of winter spice. - Strain into a chilled glass, garnish with a twist of lemon, and top it off with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Now, sit back, relax, and sip on your new favorite holiday treat. 🍹 #fercullenfalls #irishwhiskey - Powerscourt Distillery proudly imported in India by Mohan Brotherss LLP, a Solis Group Company. Love K Jain, Anveeksha Tripathi Jain #christmascocktails #whiskeywonder #solisgroup #mohanbrotherssllp #drinkresponsibly

Christmas traditions in Denmark focus on connection and coziness (hygge). 🇩🇰 What are your favorite traditions this holiday season?

These fall coffee drinks are a staple for your coffee shop this season! 🍁☕️ Dutch Bros Coffee, the very popular West Coast coffee chain, just released some incredible fall recipes that are a must-try for fall. Check out these drinks in this week's trending news article ⬇️ #FallDrinks #ViralFall #ViralFallDrinks #AestheticFall #IndustryNews #TrendingDrinks