SPICY AND sweet, musky with undertones of clove, the scent of wild Nootka roses is at once innocent, exotic, familiar and mysterious. And more than fresh green peas or the first berries of the season, ...

1. Place the rose petals and water in a saucepan. Heat over high heat until the water begins to boil, pushing down the roses until totally submerged. Turn off the heat, cover and allow to steep until ...

1 pound rhubarb, about 3 stalks, in 1/4-inch slices Scant 2 cups sugar 12 unsprayed rose petals 2 teaspoons rose water 1. Do not wash berries, but pick through and remove any funky berries or stems.

Summer can sometimes be unkind to your skin. The intense heat, rising pollution and erratic schedules often leave our skin complexion dull, inflamed and fatigued. While we often turn to serums and ...

When we think of roses, we first think of color: rich reds, sunny yellows, soft peaches, pinks and lilacs. Then scent comes to mind: ‘Mister Lincoln’s’ intoxicating perfume, ‘Angel Face’s’ heavenly ...

Jan. 1, 2024 marked the 135th Tournament of Roses Parade televised from Pasadena, California, a fragrant tradition of flower-constructed floats launched in 1890 to usher in the Rose Bowl college ...

Foodies rejoice! A new little treasure trove of treats has opened next to Sapphire Restaurant. It’s called the Sapphire Pantry and it’s bursting with everything from fabulous international cheeses to ...

Longing for the “good old days?” If you happen to listen to country music these days, you’ve likely heard a song by Miranda Lambert with the lyrics “Whatever happened to… Doing it all by hand?…It’s ...

There’s a world-renowned delicacy indulged in by a select few and found in a single location — until now. For nearly four decades, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Hong Kong has served guests their ...

Here's some of the recipes from "Rose Petal Jam: Recipes and Stories from a Summer in Poland," by by Beata Zatorska and Simon Target, featured in today's Buffalo News. Included are a twist on deviled ...

IN THE MID-1980s, dishes in fine-dining restaurants in Western Washington were routinely decorated with edible flowers. From pansies on the salad and nasturtiums beside the halibut to rose petals and ...