Cabbage – The big green ball without which life is not life 🥬 Cabbage, also known simply as cabbage or “cabbage” (in peasant parlance), belongs to the cruciferous family. Latin name: Brassica oleracea var. capitata . It was already known in antiquity: the Greeks and Romans cultivated it, and Hippocrates even recommended it as a…
Meet the carrot, one of the greatest survivors of vegetables! 🥕 Carrots – also known as turnips – are not only a rabbit’s favourite, but can also be one of the most reliable ingredients in your kitchen. In Latin it is also known as Daucus carota subsp. sativus , and has been part of humanity’s…
Meet the red potato – the colourful star of the kitchen! The well-known red potato is a cornerstone of our cuisine, and for good reason: it’s nutritious, versatile and the perfect ingredient for many dishes. But what makes it so special? When should you buy it? How do you store it and what is it…
Red onion – the tear-jerking kitchen star There’s no question that red onions are an essential addition to your kitchen if you love flavour, colour and versatility. Many people simply call it ‘mild onion’ (although not quite right), but you may also know it by other names such as salad onion or purple onion. The…
Green peas – a small but big superstar on your plate 🌱 Green peas are known and loved by almost everyone – also known as garden peas or sugar snap peas. Its Latin name is *Pisum sativum* and it belongs to the legume family. Its origins can be traced back to the Middle East in…
Parsley root – The secret weapon of soups 🥕✨ The parsley root (Latin: Petroselinum crispum var. tuberosum ) is a really underrated but all the more important vegetable in Hungarian cuisine. It is often confused with parsnips, but they are not the same! It is also known as root parsley or turnip, although the latter…
White spring radish – a soft, crunchy spring favourite White spring radishes are one of the most delicious, tamest radishes to ever grace a salad bowl. With its mellow flavour, crunchy texture and snow-white colour, it easily sneaks into hearts – and onto plates. It doesn’t sting or dominate the dish, but rather modestly enhances…
The hassle-free all-rounder You know that vegetable that goes with everything but isn’t intrusive? Tasty, light, healthy and even diet-friendly? Yes, it’s zucchini! But don’t be fooled by its simple appearance – there’s a lot more to courgettes than first meets the eye. Let’s take a closer look together to see why! 🥒 Zucchini is…
Butternut squash – the orange prince of the kitchen Whether you’re strolling through autumn leaves or standing in front of a market stall, the cheerful orange colour of pumpkins simply beckons. We’ve long loved this sweet, soft-fleshed pumpkin – not just in puree or cream soup, but also as a secret ingredient in cakes, side…
A real spring delicacy🧅 The spring onion🧅 is one of the most versatile, easy-to-love vegetables that can be used in any kitchen. The crunchy, slightly spicy little herb is not only a star in salads, it’s also the perfect crunchy snack for a sandwich – and even a friendly guest in your fridge if you…