You can save a bundle on the store-bought veggie wash by making your own! It’s simple to do: Just ad 1/8 cup of hydrogen peroxide and a few drops of lemon and any other citrus oil. to a large sink or bowl of water. Place fruits or vegetables in a colander lower into the water and… Read More
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Lavender Grilled Salmon with Herb-Seasoned Vegetables
This Grilled Salmon was created by Victoria Connolly, owner of Victoria’s Delights in downtown Oxford, Michigan. Victoria’s has catered our annual Michigan Lavender Festival for years, and her fresh and healthy bistro-to-go menu is something that everyone looks forward to with great anticipation. We like to serve her recipe for grilled salmon with fresh seasonal… Read More
Sweet Lavender: A Gift Fit For Royalty
The fresh, clean aroma of lavender has enthralled humankind for thousands of years. The word lavender is derived from the Latin word “lavare” which means “to wash” or “to bathe”, signifying this herbs delicate cleansing properties. Lavender has often been referred to as the “Queen of Herbs”. Rightfully so considering that many royal dignitaries have… Read More
Peach Nectar & Lavender Iced Tea
The combination of peach nectar and lavender tea make a lovely cold beverage. This iced tea is perfect for a special occasion, and tastes heavenly on a hot summer day. Ingredtients: 2 (11.5 ounce) cans peach nectar 2 Tbsp organic culinary lavender buds 2 Earl Grey tea bags 6 cups cold water, divided ½ cup sugar… Read More
Sparkling Lavender Lemonade
We’ve turned a classic Lavender Festival Favorite into a cool sparkling beverage! The lemon and lavender blend together perfectly, and we have substituted the sugar with honey for its healthful benefits and wonderful flavor. For best results, we recommend that you use a local raw honey, which can be found at most health food stores… Read More
Chocolate Lavender Raspberry Jam
This jam is lovely on toast, biscuits, and tastes absolutely amazing when spread over a fresh croissant. Although any variety of fruit can be used in this easy-to-make chocolate jam, our favorite is raspberry since it mingles so well with the lavender and chocolate. Ingredients: 8 ½ cups fresh raspberries (about 2 lbs) 3 cups… Read More