Edible Flowers: How to Use in Cakes, Cocktails and Meals

03/14/25 • 19 min

From delicate garnishes to bold floral flavors, edible flowers are making a comeback in restaurants and kitchens. In this episode, we explore the world of culinary flowers with grower, Holly Pugsley. She shares how they can be used in cooking, baking and food presentation to create visually stunning and flavorful dishes. Whether you’re a home cook, baker, caterer or professional chef, this episode will inspire you to embrace edible flowers and bring a fresh, floral twist to your recipes.
In this episode you’ll hear:
2:45 - What is an edible flower?
4:20 - Edible flowers for cocktails.
5:00 - Edible flowers for cakes.
6:00 - How do edible flowers taste?
8:40 - Garnishing with herb flowers.
9:30 - What flower is high in Vitamin C?
10:10 - Working with chefs, bakers & caterers who use edible flowers.
11:30 - The demand for edible flowers.
12:30 - Edible flower trends.
13:30 - What edible flower to use at home.
14:40 - Which edible flower is best for cookies?
15:15 - Male vs. female edible flowers.
17:15 – About Just Keep Growing Company
18:00 – Giveaway details
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CREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann
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Microgreens Aren’t Just a Garnish

Microgreens are a game-changer for chefs and home cooks alike! In this episode, we get into the vibrant world of microgreens, exploring why they’ve become a culinary favourite and a wellness trend. Hear about their incredible nutrient density, the aesthetic appeal they bring to your dishes, and how to incorporate them into your meals.
In this episode you’ll hear:
2:00 – What are microgreens?
4:00 – How are microgreens used?
6:00 – Varieties of microgreens
9:00 – Microgreen v. sprout
11:40 – Vertical farming at Boston Microgreens.
16:50 – Growing microgreens at home
18:00 – Growing in soil versus hydroponics
20:40 – Microgreens benefits
23:00 – Boston Youth Farm Project
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26:00 – “Health is wealth”
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CREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann
©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.