Tag: Vanilla

Vanilla is one of the most expensive spices in the world, and Madagascar’s is sold for around $250 per kilo or more, depending on supply. The vanilla bean is the seed pod of an orchid that must be pollinated by hand, which contributes to the high cost. How much does vanilla cost in Madagascar? Madagascar […]

Vanilla is a native of South and Central America and the Caribbean; and the first people to have cultivated it seem to have been the Totonacs of Mexico’s east coast. The Aztecs acquired vanilla when they conquered the Totonacs in the 15th Century; the Spanish, in turn, got it when they conquered the Aztecs. Did […]

Preheat smoker to 160º to 180ºF. Set vanilla beans onto a small bed of foil and place in smoker for approximately 1 hour. Remove and allow to cool. Can you smoke vanilla? Chef Varin’s Smoked Vanilla Once the vanilla pods are smoked, they attain a nice cigar box aroma and flavor. To use, grind the […]

Madagascar vanilla Also called bourbon vanilla, Madagascan vanilla comes from the same plant and has the same basic flavor notes as Mexican vanilla. The only significant difference is that in Mexico, the plant is pollinated by a bee and in Madagascar, humans need to pollinate the flower, leading to its higher price. What type of […]

Health Benefits of Ice Cream It Is Loaded With Vitamins and Minerals. It Gives You Energy. It Helps Boost Your Immunity. It Helps in Stimulating Your Brain. It Helps in Strengthening Your Bones. It Makes You Happier. It Increases Your Libido. It Prevents Breast Cancer. Is eating vanilla ice cream healthy? As we have seen, […]

Vanilla Ice Cream You appreciate good quality and minimalism. You’re not an anxious or stressed person – you find peace and balance in the everyday, and enjoy living in the moment. What ice cream flavors say about your personality? Check out all the personality and flavor pairings: Vanilla: You’re more likely to be impulsive, easily […]

Opposite of lacking strong features or characteristics and therefore uninteresting. interesting. stimulating. blasé exciting. What flavor is the opposite of vanilla? chocolateWe globally decided that the opposite of vanilla is chocolate. What does calling someone vanilla mean? It means “not kinky“, referring to someone who always chooses the same flavor of ice cream and doesn’t […]

If your favorite flavor is Vanilla, you’re more likely to be impulsive, easily suggestible and an idealist. If your favorite flavor is Chocolate, you’re more likely to be dramatic, lively, charming, flirtatious, seductive and gullible. What is a vanilla personality? You can have a vanilla person – that’s a bit negative – it means someone […]

Whether you like strawberries, peanuts, butterscotch, or chocolate, vanilla can fit anyone’s tastes. Point #3: Vanilla typically contains less sugar and is healthier than chocolate based ice cream because the sugar it does contain is natural as opposed to artificial or refined sugar. What is healthier vanilla or chocolate? Both vanilla and chocolate have a […]

You probably won’t be surprised to find that vanilla most likely has come to mean boring because of colonialism. First, the history: Vanilla is actually as South American as chiles or chocolate. Native to Mexico, vanilla, as chocolate was, was originally cultivated by Indigneous peoples. Is vanilla a boring flavor? As a noun, vanilla refers […]

As one of the most exotic flavours in the world, the tale of vanilla is rich with history and tradition. Much like fine wine, vanilla beans vary in flavour and aroma according to their growing location, climate and how the pods are cured, making them a very special baking ingredient. What does vanilla do to […]

Vanilla sugar is actually sugar that has been infused with vanilla over a long period of time, so it still retains that nice granular texture that we love in sugar (and need for our perfect baked goods!), but with an added flavor of vanilla for a unique pop! Can you use vanilla sugar instead of […]

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Vanilla is LIKELY SAFE for pregnant and breast-feeding women when taken by mouth in food amounts. Can vanilla extract hurt my baby? Is Vanilla Extract Safe For Babies? Vanilla is a safe spice for babies, until it is introduced into their diet in the amounts commonly found in foods. A few drops […]

The purest form of vanilla powder comes from vanilla beans. The beans are dehydrated and finely ground. But you’ll also find another type of vanilla powder on the market, where sugar is added. This type, called vanilla sugar, is popular in France and Mexico and used as a substitute for regular sugar in some recipes. […]

Sniff vanilla-scented products A study at St George’s hospital, south London, found that putting vanilla-scented patches on the back of participants’ hands significantly reduced their appetite for sweet foods and drinks. Does smelling vanilla reduce sugar cravings? A study at St George’s hospital in Tooting, south London, has found that vanilla-scented patches can significantly reduce […]

Almost all vanilla extracts (including artificial ones) are suitable for vegans. Is vanilla vegan? When it comes to your average supermarket purchases, there’s no need to fret: Nearly all vanilla extracts are vegan—even the imitation ones. Is pure vanilla vegan? Yes, almost all vanilla extracts (even artificial ones) are vegan. Is vanilla aroma vegan? Excellent […]

Using Vanilla Extract Instead of Vanilla Sugar: One teaspoon of vanilla extract is the equivalent of 1 1/2 teaspoons of homemade vanilla sugar, or 1 teaspoon of commercially made vanilla sugar. Can I substitute vanilla extract for sugar? Can you substitute vanilla extract for vanilla sugar? For 1/4 cup of vanilla sugar, substitute 1/4 cup […]

Are Natural Flavors Harmful to Your Health? The short answer is, probably not. It’s unlikely you’re eating enough chemical-laden vanilla flavoring to do much damage. Is vanilla Flavour harmful? When taken by mouth: Vanilla is LIKELY SAFE when taken by mouth in amounts commonly found in foods. However, some people are allergic to vanilla. It […]

Very often, vanilla sugar is used as a flavored sweetener in the baked good’s batter or dough, but it can also be used as a final touch sprinkled on the tops of those fresh out of the oven cakes, pies, and of course, cookies. Vanilla sugar is also a great addition to homemade frostings and […]

Vanilla sugar is simple enough. It’s simply granulated sugar, infused with vanilla from the beans. Add it to hot cocoa, tea, cakes, cookies, your morning cup of coffee, and anything else you want for a bonus hit of vanilla. You can top your morning oatmeal with it. Can I put vanilla in my coffee? Yes, […]