August 16, 2024
Green Cardamom, native to the Indian subcontinent, was introduced to Guatemala in the 1950s, particularly in the Alta Verapaz region, which offers ideal growing conditions.
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February 06, 2024
On a beautiful day yesterday with dramatic skies, Coco Fine Foods headed a bit further inland to handpick gorgeous sustainable Florida strawberries for our Strawberry Jewel Jam.
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November 17, 2023
My mother's Lemon Meringue Pie was always a cherished sweet for our holiday table - and these days I'm reimagining it with a delicious twist: our Blueberry Violet Jam.
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November 14, 2023
We are often asked about one of our lesser-known spices, Grains of Paradise, and how it might be used. Grains of Paradise has an aromatic, complex flavor profile with a combination of warm, spicy, and peppery notes. It's at once peppery, citrusy, floral and earthy with warm, woody notes.
Grains of Paradise, scientifically known as Aframomum melegueta, is captivating, offering more than just a unique flavor. Here are some additional facts about this lesser-known gem:
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January 31, 2023
I’m obsessed with Victoria Sponge Cakes; one of the strongest held memories of my native land as I tried to adapt to a new culture as a young child.
I’d pull out my mother’s Marguerite Patten cookbook and ask her to make that cake I was pointing to; airy, jammy and fruit laden with pillows of Chantilly cream.
Over the past few years, I sought out a gastronomic interpretation that never quite formed but I think that’s as it should be as the Victoria Sponge really is the little black dress of cakes.
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June 07, 2020
Dive into the essence of Coco Fine Foods' commitment to quality with our occasional exploration of meticulously sourced ingredients. One of our prized treasures is the Madagascar Vanilla Bean, a luscious and aromatic addition that embodies both craftsmanship and exotic allure. It's a key ingredient in our Raspberry Vanilla Jam.
Here are five intriguing facts about this remarkable spice:
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April 19, 2020
A cocktail recipe created brand ambassador, Vincent Catala, featuring our Pink Flamingo Jam.
Coco Fine Foods is delighted to partner with Chef Catala and we look forward greatly to his future creations showcasing our various products.
A Chef Catala recipe for our products will appear in our website Features section and subscriber newsletters; they'll be of particular interest to culinary professionals, mixologists and those with an interest in elevated gastronomy.
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