Avocado oil and grapeseed oil have reputations for being two of the healthiest cooking oils out there and being versatile for all sorts of cooking. But how do you choose between the two when it all comes down to it? While they have some similarities, they also have their own unique qualities that make them more suitable in certain scenarios. If you’re curious to know the ins and outs of avocado oil vs grapeseed oil, read [...]

It's time for the ultimate essential oil showdown - orange oil vs. peppermint oil. So who will come out on top? Let's take a closer look in this guide.  The Basics on Orange Oil and Peppermint Oil Before we get too far into the nitty gritty details of both orange and peppermint essential oil, let's take some time to acknowledge the basics. You can view a breakdown in the handy chart below:  Orange [...]

When it comes to essential oils, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. And let's be honest - no one wants to waste their money on something that won't work for them. So let's settle the debate once and for all: eucalyptus vs. peppermint essential oil - which one should you choose? Let's take a deep dive into these two refreshing essential oils in this post! The Basics on Eucalyptus Oil and Peppermint [...]

Extracted from creamy and buttery macadamia nuts, macadamia oil has a delicate, subtle, yet smooth and velvety flavor that is underrated in the cooking world. Another nut oil that isn’t widely used in the kitchen is almond oil, which has a distinctively sweet yet mild flavor that is often described as marzipan-like. These two hidden gems have a variety of uses yet pair uniquely well with certain recipes and flavors. Curious to [...]

These two distinct oils hold a special place when it comes to uses in wellness and culinary uses. Wheat germ oil comes from cold-pressed wheat kernels, while almond oil comes from pressing raw almonds. With such varying sources, how does this make them different in the kitchen? What are these oils best used for? If you’re curious and interested in learning more, read on! Comparing wheat germ oil vs almond oil Wheat germ [...]

Shortening has been a trusty kitchen staple for generations, a solid fat that’s been used most popularly in baking. Grapeseed oil, made from the seeds of grapes as a byproduct of the winemaking industry, is a catch-all, neutral oil that is versatile and has a reputation for being healthy. Both have their unique places in the kitchen, but will you go the traditional route or head towards a new age of oils? Read on to learn [...]