There is nothing more refreshing than the floral scents of spring and summertime. And, if you are a fan of fragrant flavors, you will love — and find lots of uses for — homemade lavender syrup. This ...

In a small pan, bring the water, juice and sugar to a boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and add the lavender. Steep the lavender for 5 minutes.

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Certain herbs seem to belong in certain dishes: Sage defines poultry stuffing. Tarragon dazzles in sauce béarnaise and, as it happens, lavender is killer in pork fried rice. Oh, wait. You don't put it ...

In the fall and winter months, it’s fun to play barista at home and try out new coffee recipes to sweeten up the cold mornings. You could go the pumpkin spice route or mix up some matcha, but the ...