The History of Sugar Cookies Dutch settlers in New York created a thing they called a koekje (pronounced “cookie”). Koekje means small cake. Unlike all European “cakes” at that time, the Dutch used leavening. Pearlash, an alkali leavener was started to be used in the area around New York City toward the end of the …
History of Chai Early folklore records that Chai began in India thousands of years ago in the ancient Royal Court by a King who created Chai as a cleansing and energizing ayurvedic beverage. Chai was originally made from fresh ginger accompanied by freshly ground spices. Since its creation Chai has been serve hot or cold. …
To most people the Orient Express is more an idea than a tangible entity. The vision that comes to our mind are those of opulence, kings, aristocrats and wealthy on extravagant travel excursions aboard the most luxurious train in the world, traveling through exotic cities across Asia and Eastern Europe. True life characters as well …
Essential Oils Considered Floral The following list includes essential oils are considered floral. These scents are often reminiscent of the flowers from which they are extracted and can be described as being feminine, powdery, subtle, modest, romantic, and even poetic. They are often sweet-smelling and create a feeling of cheerfulness. Floral scents are considered to …
Citrus Essential Oils The following list includes essential oils that are considered citrus oils. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Citrusy: Citrus is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the rue family, Rutaceae; native …
History of Florida Water Florida Water is the American Version of Cologne water or as the French say it, Eau de Cologne (“Water from Cologne”). Florida Water was introduced by New York City Perfumer, Robert I. Murray in 1808, and has never been manufactured in Florida. In 1835 Murray was joined by David Trumbull …
Creator’s Apothecary Products Modern apothecary therapeutic and perfume products offered by Creator’s Apothecary are formulated by a Certified Aromatherapist (CAT), fully researched, tested and handcrafted in much the same way a Victorian apothecary would craft their liniments, natural perfumes, therapeutics, creams, oils, and other remedies. Creator’s Apothecary obtains essential oils from all over the world. …
Oils Listed in the Bible The following list includes essential oils that are referenced in the Bible. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Essential Oil General Safety Information: Essential Oils (EOs) are highly concentrated extractions of plants …
Essential Oils Generally Regarded as Safe (GRAS) “GRAS” is an acronym for the phrase Generally Recognized As Safe. Under sections 201(s) and 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the Act), any substance that is intentionally added to food is a food additive (FA), that is subject to premarket review and approval by FDA, unless the substance …
Essential Oil & Perfumery Notes (top, middle, base) The following list includes essential oils and the aroma profiles generally attributed to them. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Essential Oil General Safety Information: Essential Oils (EOs) are …
