Ingredients · 5 min read
Fresh Herbs or Dried Herbs at the Finish?
Fresh herbs or dried herbs at the finish? Compare how each behaves on hot soup, crisp bread, and cool dips to choose a…
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On the finishing touch
The small finishing touch has a story of its own
Explore the ingredients, techniques and traditions behind garnishes, with ideas for choosing and arranging finishing touches at home.
Techniques · 8 min readWhy a Citrus Twist Releases Its AromaSelected pieces
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Traditions · 5 min read
The Long Journey of the Maraschino Cherry
The maraschino cherry’s changing forms explain why one garnish can taste floral, sweet, or crisp—and how to choose a…
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Presentation
The Edible-Only Garnish Myth
The edible-only garnish myth overlooks aroma and visual cues. Learn how to use non-edible finishes clearly, so diners…
Pairings
A Bright Finish for a Winter Citrus Bowl
A bright finish for a winter citrus bowl balances sweet, tart fruit with measured crunch, color, and aroma, so the…
Techniques
Why a Citrus Twist Releases Its Aroma
Learn why a citrus twist releases its aroma, how peel shape and expression change the first impression, and where to…
Ingredients
Fresh Herbs or Dried Herbs at the Finish?
Fresh herbs or dried herbs at the finish? Compare how each behaves on hot soup, crisp bread, and cool dips to choose a…
Traditions
The Long Journey of the Maraschino Cherry
The maraschino cherry’s changing forms explain why one garnish can taste floral, sweet, or crisp—and how to choose a…
Our point of view
A garnish should belong on the plate
We look beyond decoration to ask what a finishing touch adds: flavour, texture, colour, context, or a little of each.