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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n SEPTEMBER 2016 n GOURMET NEWS N H 3 4 Fresh Origins' Herb Crystals Habanero a Blast of Sweet Heat Habanero is Fresh Origins' newest flavor in its lineup of Herb Crystals ® , Flower Crys- tals ® and Fruit Crystals ® . They are zesty and crunchy with just the right amount of heat and sweetness. This all-natural orange-col- ored flavor Crystal has an authentic fresh pepper flavor-kick that will add excitement to any food from sweet to savory, including salads, meats, seafood, pastry, fresh fruit, gelato, chocolate and more. What a great way to activate pain receptor pathways to cause a release of feel-good endorphins! "I love the Herb Crystals, not only for their vibrant flavor, but also for the unique texture they impart to my desserts," said Pas- try Chef Johnny Iuzzini. Herb Crystals and Flower Crystals are an innovative original concept from Fresh Ori- gins. With dazzling, all-natural colors, an ex- citing crunch and incredible flavors of fresh flowers and herbs, these are spectacular new flavor ingredients. The pure color and flavor comes only from the fresh whole herbs and flowers with no added flavors, preservatives or coloring. They are Kosher Certified. It starts by growing the most flavorful fresh herbs and edible flowers. These are carefully hand harvested at the peak of flavor and color content, then combined with pure cane sugar to create these beautiful and fla- vorful crystals. They taste amazing and will add an enticing, distinctive finishing touch to any culinary creation, from desserts to sa- vory dishes and even beverages. Add color, texture and flavor to salads, fresh fruit and chocolates. For mixology: these crispy gran- ules with their concentrated flavors can be dissolved in any cocktail for a touch of gar- den-fresh taste. They can even be used as a kind of instant, all natural "cocktail mixer." Just shake-mix Crystals with com- ponents such as water and vodka to create an amazing drink. They can also be heated and melted to create a natu- rally flavored simple syrup. Another application is to toss the Crystals into a poured cocktail for the ul- timate finishing touch with a sparkling daz- zle of color and layer of flavor at the bottom of the glass, adding dimension and texture to be savored in the last sip. For tea: these col- orful, flavorful Crystals dissolve readily in tea. Sweeten tea in a distinctive and delicious new way. Crystals are available in the following fla- vors: Basil, Mint, Cilantro, Habanero, Fen- nel, Rose, Hibiscus, Cranberry and Pumpkin Spice. They are shelf stable and are best used before six months. They can be frozen for longer shelf-life. Fresh Origins is Amer- ica's leading producer of microgreens and edible flowers. Combining the benefits of an ideal cli- mate with a deep passion for quality and innovation, Fresh Origins' products are sought after by the finest restaurants and top chefs. The farm is located in the picturesque rolling hills of San Diego County, where the near perfect weather allows for production and harvest all year. Fresh Origins produces over 400 Microgreens, Petite™ greens, Edi- ble Flowers, Shoots, Tiny Veggies™, Crys- tals and related items. Fresh Origins' products are on top of the finest cuisine in the world. For more information, visit www.fresh origins.com and find the company on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Learn more by calling 800.263.0812. The Bone Broth Craze Hits the U.S. Each year a new product comes along that just makes good sense. "Why didn't I think of that?" people ask themselves. This year, the new "aha" product is by VitaClay. Michelle Liu, Engineer/Top Inventor/Chief Executive Officer at Essenergy, Inc. really hits the nail on the head with the new Crock n' Stock, a 6.5-quart smart and fast multi- cooker and stockpot. The thought of ditching the steaming stovetop cauldron when mak- ing bone broth or large portions brings a smile. This is a faster, easier, mess-free and notably more nutritious way to make a large batch of bone broth, chili, stew, healthy steam, nourishing jook, soup or yogurt. For large or extended families, co-op life and small restaurants that have gone green, this is a product that will be greatly appreci- ated. With doctors recommending bone broth, gluten-free grains, less salt, less sugar and fresh ingredients, it makes sense to use unglazed clay because it amplifies flavors and alkalizes foods, increasing the positive interactions between the nutrients. With tech- nology and programmable settings, juices are sealed in and liquids integrate, keeping your kitchen cleaner and investing all the fla- vor molecules back into your food. Meats become succulent, perfectly tender and juicy. Meals are satisfying without added salt or sugar. Rice, grains and beans are perfectly tender and fish or vegetables are easy to steam for high nutrition and flavor without frying. The new Smart Multi Crock n' Stock pot features Fast Cook (and Steam), Slow Cook, Congee with an auto start timer and auto Warm, Yogurt and Cooking Timer can be set up to 10 hours. The low temperature yogurt maker and grain germinator was a big hit last season. People want to quit using plastic yogurt con- tainers and save money for large batch, and use their own healthy ingredients when mak- ing yogurt. Bone broth is making a come- back. It's so good for you but has been a time consuming and messy endeavor to make, says Liu, a fan of author Sally Fallon, who just published "Nourishing Broth," a com- panion book to her bestseller "Nourishing Traditions." "Sally has been leading the current bone broth revolution," says Liu, reigniting the public's interest in this ancient tradition and sharing a wealth of information with people on the healing poten- tial of broths, soups and stews. With VitaClay Chef, you can make 24-hour bone broth for all your health needs in 10 hours. This breakthrough allows more people to cook the foods that are better for you, but took too much time for their busy lives. Liu, always the sci- entist, says the biggest secret is not how the ancients used unglazed clay, but why they choose it – for its synergistic properties. Clay is infrared, paramagnetic and alkalizing, in- teracting positively with the foods. It is this synergy between all the natural elements that she feels is the secret of to good health and longevity. To learn more about VitaClay, call 408.621.6187 or go to www.vitaclaychef.com. Spicely Organics: From Coast to Coast Based in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, Spicely Organics imports and manu- factures organic spices for the masses. By fo- cusing on the customer's ingredient needs for more than a decade, the company devel- oped the most comprehensive and efficient A to Z seasoning solution for stores of all sizes. Spicely Organics has propelled itself into the marketplace as a top performing or- ganic spice brand. The top sellers are sold in four package sizes, including the ecoBox, glass jar, reusable tin and one-pound con- tainer. The Spicely Organics Collection is 100 percent certified organic, certified gluten-free, Non-GMO Project Verified, kosher, vegan, fair trade and allergen-free. According to a leading national organic re- tailer, "The beauty of Spicely is the size; it comes in a small enough package that cus- tomers can try it out with a new recipe before they make a decision about the spice in general, or buy just enough (cloves, for example) to make a holiday meal and not have a huge jar sitting on your shelf going flavorless until next year. An extra bonus for us is that the small boxed spices take up less room on the shelf so we can offer more variety." Your grocery department will be able to say, "Yes, we have it and it's organic!" Instead of saying, "No, I am sorry, we do not carry that item." The Spicely Organics High-Per- former Program is now available "from coast to coast." With over 325 items and minimal shelf-space, your grocery store will have the "go-to" spice display. Contact Spicely to bring in the line to your store. For more information, visit www.spicely.com. Retail Ramen Goes Gourmet Innovative soup, broth and noodle pur- veyor Nona Lim has a new line of authentic and fresh ramen noodles. Quality fresh ramen noodles are what differentiates restaurant-grade ramen bowls from all the rest and with this exciting new line from Nona Lim, the highest level of fresh ramen noodles will be available to the home cook for the first time. With Nona Lim Tokyo Ramen, Nona Lim Hakata Ramen and Nona Lim Whole Wheat Ramen, there is truly something to suit the taste of all ramen enthusiasts nationwide. "Nona Lim Ramen Noodles empower home chefs to create truly gourmet ramen bowls," says Nona Lim Founder Nona Lim. "We are so excited to share the secret ingre- dient of ramen houses with the world be- cause fresh ramen noodles make any ramen bowl thrillingly delicious." Just as there are many different types of pasta, there are many types of ramen. Tokyo Ramen is originally from the capital of Japan and is also the most popular type of ramen around the world. Nona Lim Tokyo Noodles are a great place to start for any home chef. Nona Lim Hakata Ramen is pale and very thin, which allows it to be cooked more quickly with a unique delicate texture. Pair it with its Miso Ramen or Spicy Szechuan broths for a hot bowl of noodles in minutes. Nona Lim Whole Wheat Ramen puts a California twist on traditional ramen recipes. Nona Lim's Whole Wheat Ramen has a natural brown hue, and more nutrients and fiber. Home chefs can either create their own homemade broths to pair with Nona Lim Ramen Noodles or pick up a fresh Nona Lim broth for a truly gour- met dining experience ready in minutes. Nona Lim Thai Curry and Lime Broth, for example, won a Gold sofi Award in 2015 for it's spectacular flavor. Made with a tradi- tional bone broth base and spiced to perfec- tion, Nona Lim Thai Curry and Lime Broth, a few sliced veggies and pro- teins and a Nona Lim fresh ramen noodle package can create a dinner the whole family will love in under 10 minutes. Other Nona Lim broths include Nona Lim Vietnamese Pho Bone Broth, Nona Lim Szechuan Spicy Bone Broth and Nona Lim Miso Ramen Vegan Broth. Nona Lim Fresh Ramen Noodles and all Nona Lim products are made without addi- tives or preservatives of any kind and sold fresh in the refrigerated section of fine stores. For more information, visit www.nonalim.com.

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