Edible Flowers

Using edible flowers in cooking adds beauty, flavor, and creativity to dishes. They enhance the visual appeal, contribute unique tastes and aromas, and hold cultural significance. Edible flowers are versatile ingredients that offer nutritional benefits and celebrate seasonal freshness, making them a delightful addition to any culinary creation.

Roses: Rose petals have a delicate flavor and are often used in desserts, syrups, or salads.

Lavender: Known for its calming aroma, lavender can also be used in cooking. It pairs well with both sweet and savory dishes.

Nasturtiums: These flowers have a peppery taste, making them great for salads or garnishes.

Calendula (Marigold): Calendula petals have a slightly spicy flavor and can be used in soups, salads, or to add color to rice dishes.

Pansies: Pansies have a mild, slightly grassy flavor and are often used in salads or as cake decorations.

Violets: Violets have a sweet, floral flavor and can be used in salads, desserts, or to make syrups and jellies.

Chrysanthemums: These flowers have a slightly bitter taste and are often used in tea or as a garnish.

Daisies: While not commonly used in cooking, daisies are edible and can be added to salads for a pop of color. They have a mild flavor.

Honeysuckle: Both the flowers and the sweet nectar within the blossoms are edible. They have a sweet, honey-like flavor and can be enjoyed on their own or used to flavor drinks and desserts.

Dahlia: Dahlia petals are edible and come in a variety of vibrant colors. They have a mild flavor similar to lettuce, making them suitable for salads or garnishes.

Hibiscus: Hibiscus flowers have a tart, cranberry-like flavor and are commonly used to make herbal teas. They can also be used in cocktails, jams, or as a garnish.

Magnolia: Magnolia flowers have a subtle citrus and floral flavor. They can be used to infuse syrups, vinegars, or to add fragrance to desserts.

RECIPES:
Flowered Ice Cubes
Lavender Haze Pitcher
Lavender Lemon Cookies
Fresh Watermelon Cake
Sponge Cake with Vanilla Cream and Summer Berries
Carrot Cupcakes & Carrot Citrus Crush