Health is on everyone’s mind and it’s reflected in our flavor choices. The flavor forecast for 2024 is bold, adventurous and conscious. According to Newsweek, lavender is the food trend of 2024 because of its floral taste and relaxing benefits.
First-time visitors to a lavender farm frequently exclaim, “I thought it was just a purple bush!” Even enthusiasts are amazed to find out how many varieties exist. Currently, there are over 45 different species with over 450 varieties with more lavender species/varieties yet to be classified. Lavender from the Angustifolia family is “true lavender,” with good flavor and good for cooking, but the intermedia family produces bitter and overly pungent (camphor) buds.
If we were to compare the two: • Known for its calming and relaxing properties.• Effective in alleviating stress, anxiety and promoting restful sleep.• Commonly employed in aromatherapy practices seeking a tranquil ambiance.
• Exhibits robust antimicrobial and expectorant properties.• Energizing and invigorating, making it suitable for respiratory issues. A good rule when choosing the right lavender is to taste the bud.
If it tastes good to you, it will taste good in your recipe. When you learn how to cook with lavender properly, it can bring a beautiful floral quality to a number of sweet and savory dishes but the key to keeping your food from tasting like your mom’s favorite hand lotion? Culinary lavender and restraint. The sweet scent of lavender mak.