“The aroma of 肉桂 (ròu guì) (cinnamon) and brown sugar spreads out combined with the crunch of walnut kernels, taking a bite is incredibly satisfying.” 01 — Ingredients List Dough Ingredients 高筋面包粉 (gāo jīn miàn bāo fěn) (high-gluten bread flour) 230g 低筋蛋糕粉 (dī jīn dàn gāo fěn) (low-gluten cake flour) 70g 白砂糖 (bái shā táng) … Read more
Half an apple, 1 gram of rou gui (Cinnamon), 2 grams of black tea, a little honey, 600ml of water 1) Wash the apple and cut it into thin slices. 2) Place the apple and black tea in a cup, then pour in boiling water to steep. 3) Next, add the rou gui (Cinnamon) powder … Read more
Red Wine Poached Pears – An elegant presentation of a French dessert In the cold season, a warm dish of French red wine poached pears not only warms the stomach but also brings a sense of happiness. This elegant dessert originates from the Burgundy region of France and is a classic post-meal treat. Today, let … Read more
Cinnamon (Rou Gui) Cinnamon and Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig) come from the same plant; Gui Zhi uses the tender branches of the current year, while Cinnamon is the bark of the trunk. Cinnamon has a stronger aroma than Gui Zhi and can be used as a spice. Depending on the part used and the processing … Read more
As the saying goes, “The aroma cannot surpass that of cinnamon,” friends who drink rock tea must try cinnamon tea. How much do you know about cinnamon? Quality Characteristics Quality Characteristics Dry Tea The leaves are evenly rolled and curled, with a brown-green color. Tea Soup Clear red and bright, with a sharp and long-lasting … Read more
Cinnamon 肉桂 As winter approaches, cinnamon bread, apple cinnamon tea, and mulled wine become popular, with cinnamon frequently appearing, bringing a delightful and warm feeling. However, it is not just about adding a unique flavor; its health benefits are worth mentioning! Cinnamon — A Natural Dietary Ingredient The cinnamon we commonly see is actually the … Read more
This article is a reissue, correcting some errors mentioned by everyone, and adding aliases, original plant images, etc.! If you find it useful, feel free to share it with other classmates. For those who want to see previous content, there is a person icon in the upper right corner of the WeChat dialogue box with … Read more
Author: Zhu Haiqing, Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Pharmacy Department, Shanghai Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital 01As a commonly used Chinese medicinal material and spiceare Cinnamon and Cassia the same thing?Have you ever encountered a situation where a vendor pointed to a spice labeled “Cassia” and claimed it was Cinnamon? Here, I must clarify that Cinnamon (Ròuguì) and … Read more
Every spring, around March and April, the southern regions experience abundant rainfall, providing sufficient moisture for the cinnamon trees. During this period, the bark is easy to peel, and the production areas become busy. As of mid-April, the harvesting and processing of cinnamon is in full swing. How is the enthusiasm of farmers for harvesting … Read more
What is Wuyi Narcissus? Wuyi Narcissus is a historical famous tea that originated during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty (1821 AD). It is one of the two varieties of oolong tea from northern Fujian. The Narcissus variety comes from the Zuxian Cave in Dahu Village, Xiaohu Township, Jianyang, Fujian. Narcissus is a name … Read more