How to choose a honey from Madagascar: a guide to 10 varieties To discover Madagascar honeys, start with lychee honey, mild and fruity. If you like strong flavours, choose niaouli or eucalyptus. For a rare honey to give as a gift, go for jujube or pink peppercorn...
Bourbon vanilla: how to choose and recognise a quality pod A good Bourbon vanilla pod is supple, plump, deep brownish-black and 15 to 20 cm long. It smells of wood, caramel and white flowers. Avoid pods that are dry, brittle or odourless. Nathan Laurent selec...