Avocado oil: properties and benefits
Avocado oil is one of the oils considered functional oils. What is a functional oil? It means that they are produced not only for their …
The properties of tomatoes that taste like tomatoes
Do you want to know where to find tomatoes that taste like tomatoes? At mentta we know where and we tell you about it in …
Properties of chia
The properties of chia seeds are becoming increasingly popular, as consumption of the seeds has skyrocketed in recent years, and no wonder! These seeds are …
What are the properties of oats?
The beneficial properties of oats have meant that this cereal is no longer in the background. Until not so long ago, wheat was the cereal …
Properties of quinoa
The numerous properties of quinoa are an increasingly recurring theme, so much so that years ago this food was not as integrated into our diet …
Properties of EVOO? All about liquid gold
Extra virgin olive oil, also known as liquid gold, is one of the most prized ingredients in our cuisine. It used to be called extra …
Origin of Russian salad: is it really Russian?
At first glance, this may seem a commonplace question, but perhaps not so much if we take into account the origins of the Russian salad, …
Where to buy edible flowers? Always in mentta
Flowers are always present in vases, in fields, on Valentine’s Day gifts, on balconies… But nowadays they are also present on plates, and not only …
Batch Cooking – Everything you need to know
If you have little time to cook and your goal is to eat healthy, the batch cooking idea is for you. This method of meal …
Foods for a cleansing or detox diet
On several occasions we have talked to you about what a detox diet is. Now that holidays are about to end, it is time to …