by Tasty Madagascar | Sep 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
The very first thing to know about vanilla oleoresin is to differentiate it from essential oil. Vanilla oleoresin is not an essential oil. Vanilla oleoresin is a natural extract derived from vanilla beans. It is a thick, dark brown, concentrated liquid that is... by Tasty Madagascar | Sep 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Why is grade B vanilla bean a better and an excellent choice to make vanilla extract? Grade B vanilla bean has less moisture (usually below 25%) compared to grade A (usually around 30%) so the extract is more concentrated flavor. Not only the 25% moisture complies... by Tasty Madagascar | Sep 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
How to use a vanilla pod (or vanilla bean)? Simple! With a knife, split the bean in two along its length. Take the “caviar” and use with the ingredients for your cake or ice cream or anything else. Do not throw away the beans yet, put them in your coffee... by Tasty Madagascar | Aug 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
When it comes to exotic spices, Madagascar holds a prominent place on the global stage. Known for its biodiversity and unique flora, this beautiful island off the southeastern coast of Africa is renowned for producing some of the finest spices in the world. Among... by Tasty Madagascar | Aug 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
According to archeologist Bako Rasoarifetra, « lambahoany » (pronounced lamba one) comes from the Malagasy word “lamba” (= fabric) and the English word “one”. In the middle of the nineteenth century, Madagascar imported cotton fabric that was...