My granny always kept the bay leaf in the refrigerator, as was her customary practice. The question is, how and why?

Because of its many applications, both inside and outside of the kitchen, the laurel plant, which is also referred to as bay leaf on occasion, is held in very high respect in the herbal and culinary traditions. Laurel has a multitude of applications that are not well known, but this article shines a spotlight on … Read more

Grandmother’s Trick to Preserve Fruit for a Year Without a Refrigerator

In the age of modern technology, it’s easy to take refrigeration for granted when it comes to preserving perishable foods like fruits. However, our ancestors relied on ingenious methods to extend the shelf life of produce without the luxury of refrigerators. In this article, we delve into an age-old trick passed down through generations – … Read more

Bay leaves in the refrigerator and other tricks for harnessing the wonders of this plant

Laurel is one of the most widely used and appreciated aromatic plants, especially in cooking. It has fragrant green leaves with which are also associated purifying properties and capable of attracting good luck and positive energy. But this wonderful plant is also useful in so many household chores, especially those associated with neutralizing bad odors … Read more