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Saffron from crocus

I know that saffron comes from the crocus family, and is one of the most expensive spices, but can I dry and use the stamens from the crocuses(?) in my garden - and what is the plural of crocus?

colbolsky

Genetic Modification

Has the Anti-GM campaigns of large UK food retailers affect the local corner shop food seller?

ollie

Humorous read

Can anyone recommend a really funnny book? ie. not something by the likes of Ben Elton.

riley

Catering schools/courses in the UK

Where can I find out about where in the UK you can learn to become a chef?

megan

hot smoke

what does the term hot smoke mean in reference to food preservation

francois1e

Calories table

Where can I find a site with complete details of calories, proteins, vitamins,etc in foods?

christopherr

Lots of the talk about architecture is about landmark buildings but who are the architects who are doing a really good job on making sure that new houses are pleasing and functional - and won't fall...

ollie

Henry Moore

Where in London can I see sculpture by Henry Moore?

Toonwatcher

Ketchup catch-up

Why is some tomato sauce called ketchup?

colbolsky

Genetic Modification and Retail

Are local food retail businesses being affected by the banning of GM foods by larger multi-national food retailer?

Hobbitdog

Orange Segments

How or why are oranges and the like in segments and could you eat them if they weren't?

jbeputnam

What do Germans eat that the British don't?

The German and British cultures are very different. For example, Germans like to eat bread and cheese for breakfast, but Brits have cereal or toast. What do Germans eat that the British don't, for...