Chios mastic (mastiha), a unique product worldwide, is secreted by the mastic trees of Chios.
It is a 100% natural product, without industrial processing, additives and preservatives.
It is used in many traditional sweets, syrups, buns, ice creams and cakes, while mastic liqueur is also more widely known.
Chios mastic is also consumed for its healing and beneficial properties, and already in 2015 it is recognized by the European Union as a natural medicinal product.
Grams: 50gr.
Xanthan gum is a fine powder widely used in pastry making and cooking as a thickening and stabilizing agent.
It is produced through the fermentation of sugars by a natural bacterium and helps mixtures achieve a more elastic and uniform texture.
It is commonly used:
in gluten-free desserts, because it helps bind the dough,
in creams and sauces to make them thicker,
in ice cream and mousses for a more stable texture,
in drinks or dressings to prevent ingredients from separating.
Only a very small amount is needed because it is highly effective. If too much is added, the result can become overly gelatinous.
Dried orange peel can be used to add flavor and aroma to cakes, biscuits or jams, as well as meat and vegetable sauces.
You can also flavor your tea by adding 1-2 orange peels to the boiled water.
Orange peels are also consumed as a decoction due to their healing and beneficial properties.
They are even used in perfumed candles or beauty products.