Let’s face it, espresso is deeelicious. But, sometimes it can be a titch bitter and it’s nice to occasionally mellow it out. And that’s when an Americano comes into play. An Americano is simply espresso diluted by additional hot water, so it soothes the edges to give you a satisfying cup o’ Joe with enough jolts of energy to make you blink rapidly and smile a little bigger. Of course, when I see the price tag after [...]

Coconut flour offers a nutritious gluten-free alternative to all-purpose or wheat flour – and there are many other gluten-free flours where that came from. In fact, there are more than 60 types of flours available, each with their own unique characteristics and benefits. Some of them, like coconut flour, you may be very familiar with; others you may have never heard of before. One of those lesser-known flours is teff flour, [...]

I love coconut sugar as a healthier, lower glycemic, natural alternative sweetener to refined sugar. If you're like me, you may be wondering how long it will last after opening. Spoiler alert: it's not forever. Once opened, coconut sugar can last for up to 1 year if stored in an airtight container in a cool and dry place. However, its shelf life can be affected by factors such as moisture and exposure to air, so it's [...]

Coconut sugar is a deliciously natural, healthy sugar alternative that has become a staple in many kitchens, but let's face it, no one wants to find their precious coconut sugar has turned into a rock-hard clump. Don't worry, we've got you covered with the best way to store coconut sugar so that it stays fresh and flavorful for as long as possible. Let's get started! What is the best way to store coconut sugar? The [...]

Coconut sugar and coconut palm sugar are the same thing - it just comes down to what you prefer to call it. Whatever you choose to call it, coconut sugar/coconut palm sugar is a lower glycemic index sugar (more on that soon) that can be used interchangeably with other sugars in cooking, baking, and other uses.  How can you use this caramel-tasting sweetener that looks like brown sugar? We’ll answer those questions plus [...]

There’s just something about the scent of coconut that makes us collectively feel like we should be walking down a beach, listening to conch shells for the hidden sound of the ocean, and then meandering over toward a seaside restaurant with outdoor tables groaning under platters of fresh fruit. And that’s what this dressing evokes for me. Summer. Bare feet in the sand. Sitting down to the perfect plate of colorful [...]