Cashews

Actually, cashews, like almonds and pistachios, are not nuts, but seeds of a drupe like peaches and plums. The fruit of a cashew is called a cashew apple. The name…

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Nutmeg

Having originated in Indonesia, nutmeg was used in early civilizations for cooking and medicine. The ancient Romans believed that nutmeg had magical qualities. Arabian traders introduced it to Europe in…

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Arugula

Arugula, also known as rocket in UK countries, roquette in France and rucola in Italy, is one of the bitter herbs mentioned in the Old Testament.  A native to the…

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