EVERYDAY HERBAL RECIPES
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April: Things We Love
A botanical print class, Solange’s Metatronia performance, medicinal pastries, our residency in Oaxaca, and a biodynamic cannabis panel.
Kosmic Guide to Buying Herbs
Between Fairwild, Fairtrade, and Pharmacopeial, you might be wondering "what does it all mean?!" We’ve got you covered.
Sweet + Spicy Fire Cider Dressing
A spicy traditional vinegar tonic infused with herbs like garlic, onions, horseradish, hot peppers, and turmeric to rev up the immune system.
10 Herbal Books for the Home Apothecary
These books are a treasure trove of plant wisdom passed along from people who've dedicated their lives to bringing this information to life.
Lemon Ginger Soother
This rhizome has been used as medicine for thousands of years, and by many different healing traditions, including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurvedic Medicine.
Harissa Ghee Fried Rice with Mint Slaw + Smoked Salmon
If you've never used Harissa, give it a try in stir-fries, sauces, with roasted veggies or even in a yogurt dip.
Yogurt Flatbreads with Fava + Mint Pesto
Inspired by 'A Flatbread Recipe for People Who Think They Can't Bake.' Sounded to me like I couldn't mess it up and it would be easy enough to make for a crowd. Learn how-to...
What's In My Bag: Herbalist's Edition
Ever wonder what's in an herbalist's bag? Gingertooth & Twine's new series takes a peak into what potions and products herbal friends are toting around.
March: Things We Love
A new Ayurvedic cookbook, a cult inspired documentary series, and petal pastas are just a few of our favorite things this month.
Elemental Eating: The Secret to Nourishing Harmoniously
Something that often gets missed when profiling specific plants or potions, is who they are best suited for. Learn how to tap into the elements to find the right remedies.
The Healing Powers of Salt
Not only is it essential to flavor our meals, but also to our body's ability to function. The story of salt is something magical and poetic.
Spring Vinegars
“When in doubt, give nettles.” Nettles are traditionally used for an array of different ailments. These greens have been used for arthritis, allergies, skin issues, and more. When extracted in vinegar with other spring greens, you get a delcious and mineral rich tonic.
Kosmic Kitchen's Herbal City Guide: Sebastopol, CA
We couldn't include all of our favorite places, since there are just so many. But these are our go-to spots that any plant folk should plan on making a visit to while in the area.
The Healing Crisis
My healing process catalyzed when I decided it was OK to be sick. It was OK to tell people I didn't feel well. When I finally allowed myself to take the journey day by day, and listen to my body versus fighting it.
Stress Ease Coconut Tonic
We've been coveting Wooden Spoon Herb's Stress Ease Powder made with holy basil, nettle, oats and ashwagandha. It's delicious on its own with hot water or blended into this frothy coconut milk tonic.
Shatavari + Butterscotch Ghee Stuffed Dates
We love infusing our ghee with herbs, especially adaptogens like shatavari. Prized in Ayurveda, shatavari is known for its aphrodisiac properties and affinity toward the female reproductive system.
February: Things We Love
This spring we've been incorporating in warming and mineral rich foods like bone broth and adaptogenic miso, spicy tonics, medicinal mushrooms, and herbal steams. Find out more of favorite things, to stay grounded and glowing through the changing seasons.
Late Winter Wellness: Herbal Steams
Steams are a great way to wind down from the day and tune into your body, helping to soothe and warm the eyes, face, neck and jaw. They're great for moving the lymph in the neck, helping to drain and release toxins. Especially if you're suffering from seasonal allergies.
Butternut Squash + Tahini Dip with Sumac
Here's an easy snack that satisfies our need for something warm and grounding. It's got all the right flavors, creamy butternut squash that, sour + activating sprinkle of sumac and we've added a dose of Maca powder for to make it even more medicinal.
Warming Chicken Tortilla Stew with Adaptogen Broth
There's nothing more nourishing on a cold day than bone broth infused with herbs. Adaptogens are especially great in soups since their flavors can be a bit strong on their own. In folk medicine traditions, herbs were mostly enjoyed in food which helped to prevent sickness.