Luxury Portfolio Vol. 07 Issue 02 - George Scarpias

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COOL. FRESH. MINT.

COOL AND REFRESHING, BRIGHT AND ASTRINGENT, THE FLAVOR of mint adds contrast and delight to both savory and sweet dishes and drinks. Given that, it is no surprise mint makes an appearance in a variety of cuisines around the world. From its pairing with lamb in Middle Eastern cuisine to the English favorite of minted peas, mint adds a dash of the unexpected. Inexpensive and readily available, mint is also astonishingly easy to grow and relatively drought tolerant. Varietals from pineapple mint to orange mint create a wide variety of flavors to choose from and can be used fresh in salads, cocktails, and desserts or dried for later use. Helpful tip: For those adventurous enough to grow your own, be warned mint has a tendency to take over a garden, so it is best to plant it in pots or in spots with a stone border. Where to try: With such a profusion of minty deliciousness around the world, it can be encountered nearly everywhere. However, to experience mint at its most delightful, here are a few particularly fabulous places to add to your list.

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