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Flavours & Trends: Elderflower

Details: Published on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 15:39

Appearance: Umbrella-like spays of tiny white, highly perfumed flowers

Flavour: Subtle, sweet, floral flavour

Applications: Elderflower adds aromatic flavour and elegance to cordials, herbal teas, cocktails, sorbets, popsicles and sweet dishes.

Complements: Create elderflower alcohol infusions with wine, gin, prosecco and champagne. Add to vinegar to create innovative infused dressings. Combines well with honey, tea, edible flowers, desserts and sweet dishes.

Trends: Edible Flower and Elderflower Popsicles are the perfect way to beat the heat this summer. Created by Sydney food stylist and photographer @chewtown

Instagram Inspiration @idesmelbourne

Details: Published on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 15:33

Kangaroo Island marron glazed with wasabi and lemon oil, served under Tasmanian #ShimaWasabi leaf, and sauced with nori-spiked chicken stock by @idesmelbourne

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How to use Wasabi Stems

Details: Published on Wednesday, 31 October 2018 15:31

Wasabi Stems produce the most intense wasabi flavour of any wasabi product. To create your own fresh wasabi paste just follow these 3 simple steps:
1. Grate: Take your fresh Wasabi Stem and using a specialty Wasabi Grater (available from Flowerdale Farm), grate in a circular motion to grind the stem into a paste. The fine teeth of the grater brake down the stem and release the wasabi's heat and sweet peppery flavour. Wait 3-5 minutes before serving to allow the wasabi flavour to fully develop. Note that after around 30 minutes the heat and flavour will dissipate, so only grate the amount that you intend to use.
2. Serve: Serve the wasabi paste as a condiment with seafood or beef or add to marinades, creamy sauces and mayonnaise or even experiment in cocktails.
3. Storage: Store any unused wasabi stem in a sealed bag with damp paper towel in the refrigerator. Fresh wasabi will last 3-4 weeks in refrigeration before grating.

Fresh Shima Wasabi Stems are available in 30g cryovacted pouches or 6 x 30g from the Flowerdale Farm store at the Melbourne Wholesale Market. We also have several styles of Wasabi Graters available for Chefs to prepare this unique product.

How to use Wasabi Leaves

Details: Published on Wednesday, 31 October 2018 15:24

Standard-Wasabi-Leaf Wasabi Leaves are available in Standard and Baby sizes, offering a mild peppery flavour similar to rocket lettuce. Use the large leaves to wrap Asian inspired rolls, or provide a plating base. Smaller Wasabi Leaves are ideal to add flavour to salads, meat or seafood dishes or a beautiful plate element and garnish.

Shima Wasabi Leaves are sold in punnets and available wholesale exclusively through Flowerdale Farm.

How to use Wasabi Stalks

Details: Published on Wednesday, 31 October 2018 15:22

Wasabi-Stalks Wasabi Stalks add a fresh, peppery crunch to salads, an alternative to celery with dips, unique flavour in stir fry meals and a garnish with bite to savoury dishes. Feeling adventurous? Try pickling Wasabi Stalks for added complexity.