Preserving cooking traditions of Bulgaria one story at a time …
Preserving cooking traditions of Bulgaria one story at a time …
They have neuroprotective compounds They support brain health They increase inferential reasoning in young adults They have vitamin E They contain omega-3 fatty acids Helps improve bone health It is during this time of year in Bulgaria, that Walnuts are beginning to be gathered.
Though turmeric may be thought of as a spice of India, because it is what gives curry it’s color, it is a common spice of Bulgaria. It is called “curcumin” in Bulgarian and has so many health benefits it is considered a super spice. It is in the ginger family with an earthy hot taste. …
Bulgarians love their tomatoes. This is one of the reasons why they have such long longevity. This and eating so much yogurt. If you want to live 100 years then eat Bulgarian yogurt and tomatoes. According to the Huffington Post, the Rhodope Mountains in southern Bulgaria are said to be home to the highest percentage …
Savory or Bulgarian Chubritsa is native to Southeastern Europe. The health benefits of this herb are numerous. If you make a tea out of it you can get ride of diarrhea, stomachache and sore throat. It can also be used as an antiseptic and help skin irritations of bug bits. Savory has a strong flavor …
Tomatoes are also a great source vitamin C, biotin, molybdenum and vitamin K. They are also a good source of copper, potassium, manganese, dietary fiber, vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), vitamin B6, folate, niacin, vitamin E and phosphorus. Here are some more health benefits: detoxifies the body improves eye sight increases digestion good …
What is lovage? It is a member of the parsley family and widely-used in parts of Europe and southwest Asia. Here are some health benefits of this herb. Lovage is also a great addition to any recipe. It can be used as a replacement for celery, but is a bit stronger. The leaves can be …
The herb Fenugreek (сминдух) has a distinctive sweet smell. It is hardly known of in the U.S., but is very popular in Bulgarian cooking and has amazing health benefits. The following is a list of reasons why you should begin cooking with this amazing herb: It aids in digestive problems Helps with eczema Fenugreek is …