Taste In Flowers

It"s spring, and that means blooms are bursting forth

. Flowers, ever-thriving in the mild climate and lush soil of Miami, provide an excellent backdrop to the change of seasons "" at least insofar as Florida has seasons. These blooms brighten landscapes and table settings, and they"re an indispensable feature at weddings and funerals. We"re so used to admiring the beauty of flowers in Miami or inhaling the sensuous aroma that it probably hasn"t occurred to us that these colorful plants can tickle one other of our senses: taste.

At first glance, the idea of flowers as food might not seem that unusual. For starters, certain flora make up a standard part of our diet. You might not know it, but broccoli, cauliflower (well, that one"s obvious), and artichoke are all flower buds of their respective plants. Other blooms, when crushed or ground, make fine flavorings for tea "" think chamomile or hibiscus. And just about everybody enjoys the seeds of sunflowers as a snack or a topping.

But we"re not talking about flower byproducts or parts, and forget about blossoms as a garnish. Those traditional uses are fine, but as Miami restaurateurs and chefs will quickly tell you, you can actually eat certain flora "" stem, petals, and all.

If you"re leery about the idea of chomping down on plants, start with the familiar. A salad made with fresh herbs and edible flowers will add some color to your dinner table and some variety to your palate. Dandelions, violets, and pansies are some flavorful possibilities for mixing up a basic salad. Depending on the plant, you might be adding lemony, peppery, or honeyed flavors.

Floral decorations are a natural addition to cakes, but often what you find in a Miami bakery either can"t be eaten (e.g., silk, porcelain) or is actually made of gum paste or molded candy. The next time you bake a celebration cake, try topping it with edible candied flowers. Candied blossoms are easy to make "" just add egg whites and finely granulated sugar "" and provide a dazzling decoration that"s completely safe to eat.

But before you run out to a nearby Miami roadside to pick some fresh flowers for your next dinner party, be sure that you"re well acquainted with which are edible "" and which are toxic. Even some edible plants can cause highly allergic reactions, so it"s best to start with a small amount. You also want to avoid any flowers that have been exposed to pesticides, which means using only organically grown blossoms. With these cautions in mind, you"re ready to introduce your taste buds to the wonderful world of edible flowers in Miami and elsewhere.

by: maxstephon

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