The Orchard

How to tell when a mandarin is ripe

The colour of a mandarin does not always tell the truth. A green mandarin can be perfectly ripe inside. Signs of ripeness Weight. A ripe mandarin weighs more than expected. The segments are full of...

5 ideas for using orange peels

The orange peels not only contain not only contain numerous health properties, they can also be used for different crafts or to decorate the house. Here are 5 ideas for using them. As you will see,...

Citrus peel in the garden — 6 uses you did not know about

If you throw orange peel in the bin, you are missing half the product. Citrus peel contains limonene — a compound that works as a natural insecticide, pest repellent and compost additive. The probl...

Tips for getting more juice from oranges — a practical guide

If you squeeze an orange and get a sad trickle, the problem is not the orange — it is the method. Professional cooks use tricks that noticeably increase the amount of juice. 1. Roll the orange bef...

Hot drinks with oranges — 3 recipes for winter

When the cold sets in, few things comfort like a hot drink with the scent of orange and cinnamon. Not bag infusions with flavouring — preparations with fresh Valencia oranges and real spices. 1. G...