Originally grown in Asia Minor, saffron soon spread to the Mediterrean basin and today grows best in the sandy sun-drenched soil of the high Atlas mountains in Morocco.

In autumn the mauve flowers of the saffron crocus open out to reveal very long stigma, which are gathered with utmost cae. They produce an exceptional brilliant yellow spice with a lingering, slightly bitter perfume.

Saffron is so strong that it should be added only by the pinch, and in dry dishes, the thread should be first steeped in a little hot water for about 15 minutes. Obligatory in paella, risotto alla Milanese and bouillabaise, it adds exquisite subtlety to the juice of citrus fruits poured over a fruit salad of apples and pears.

Each tin of Terre Exotique Saffron contains .03oz. or 1g.

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Posted: April 24th, 2010 under terre exotique.
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Diamond salt is mined from underground deposits that have formed over thousands of years when lakes and inland seas dried out. These diamonds are made from 100% natural rock crystal and have a pure crystal structure.

This diamond salt is mined in Khewra, a region of Pakistani Kashmir, in the heart of the Himalayan Mountains.

In about 350 BC, Alexander the Great had this precious salt brought to Europe. Subsequently, it was used exclusively by church dignitaries and emperors.

The salt rocks have a very clean and understated flavor, with no mineral after-taste.

Our Diamond Salt Rocks come with their own unique grater to be used at table for a fresh and interesting presentation. It also makes a wonderful hostess gift for the hostess who has everything.

Each package of Diamond Salt Rocks contains 270 grams of rock salt plus one grater.

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Posted: April 24th, 2010 under terre exotique.
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