Brand New Recipe Buy Panda Raspberry Licorice made with delicious Real Licorice Extract and Raspberries

Panda has been producing the world's leading premium quality, soft licorice since 1927. Panda Licorice is made from All Natural ingredients. It doesn't contain fat, preservatives, artificial colours, flavours or white sugar. Panda Raspberry Licorice is made with delicious Real Raspberries. It has a mouth watering smooth Raspberry taste.

Ingredients:Molasses syrup, wheat flour, pasteurised raspberry puree (1,7%), acidity regulator (citric acid), natural flavouring, pasteurised black carrot juice concentrate, licorice extract.

Special diets:
Does not contain animal products

Does not contain eggs
Does not contain lactose/milk
Does not contain gelatine/ingredients from pork
Does not contain peanuts
Does not contain nuts/almonds
Does not contain soy.

Buy Brand new Recipe Panda Cherry Licorice made with delicious Real Licorice Extract and Cherries.

PANDA ALL NATURAL LICORICE - THE REAL TASTE OF LICORICE®

The strong-flavored, high-quality Panda all natural licorice is the "Rolls Royce" of real licorices. This real licorice is manufactured from natural ingredients, without preservatives and using time-honored manufacturing methods. It forms a natural alternative for those with a passion for real licorice and has been the most successful all natural licorice in the world since 1977, as the market leader in its sector of the HealthFood Industries in Great Britain and the United States.

Panda has been producing the world's leading premium quality, soft licorice since 1927. Panda Licorice is made from All Natural ingredients. It doesn't contain fat, preservatives, artificial colours, flavours or white sugar. Panda Cherry Licorice is made with delicious Real Cherries. It has a mouth watering smooth Cherry taste.
Ingredients:  Molasses syrup, wheat flour, pasteurised cherry puree (1,7%), acidity regulator (citric acid), natural flavouring, pasteurised black carrot juice concentrate, licorice extract.Special diets:Does not contain animal products

Does not contain eggs
Does not contain lactose/milk
Does not contain gelatine/ingredients from pork
Does not contain peanuts
Does not contain nuts/almonds
Does not contain soy.

Panda - A fresh success!
Panda natural real licorice comes in a package that has been developed specifically to keep the product soft, fresh and delicious tasting. Panda´s success around the world is based on the freshness and unique consistency of the product.

The unique taste of Panda real licorice has the following to offer:
No added colors
No added salt
No artificial flavors
99 % fat free
No preservatives
Kosher certified
Suitable for vegan and vegetarian consumption.
http://www.internaturalfoods.com/panda/panda.html

New Shipment! Buy them now! Haribo Super Piratos A Danish Super Salty Black Licorice Treat!

You can get lots of  salty black licorice at Marina Market. Super Piratos is a favorite salty black Danish licorice,  it is a half dollar (US) sized coin that is leather tough and flat and smells of Ammonium chloride (AC).  AC, as I have said before is not true salt but does impart a spicy, salty flavor.  It also gives it that strangely agreeably (to me) earthy taste.  In the Netherlands licorice that is labeled zout or salmiak has the salt flavor from AC, if it is labeled zoet it is considered Sweet licorice but it still (usually) contains (AC) salt.   Because the zoet is salty to American tastebuds (and well, that I list it in the salty licorice catagory.  My European customers understand this and the novice Licorice Explorers appreciate it.  I once had a customer come in and tell me he called poison control because he thought he was going to die from poisoned licorice..... so rather than understate the salty, I overstate.

AC is a natural byproduct of both volcanic and coal ash.  yum-lol!

Not All Licorice Is Real Licorice, Tom's Bildak black salty licorice candy from Denmark shaped like Car Tires

At long last Tom's Bildak black salty licorice from Denmark  are back in stock.  We were trying to figure out how to describe the taste today and we remain stumped about what descriptive phrases to us, so I'll just free form it.  They start off hard and become a bit softer and more rounded fairly quickly.  As you are eating them they get stuck to the roof of your mouth. For me at least, it was impossible to remove, but I didn't mind that in fact I prefer that to trying to pry it out of my teeth !  There is a flavor component that I could only identify as being the characteristic that makes me love the flavors of black current and juniper.  A sweet bitterness?  It must be in the secret 'flavorings' mix.  The gum arabic makes them very smooth and slick, no roughness or uneven flavors.   We like them very much!  You can BUY Tom's Bildak black salty licorice from Denmark here!

The following exceeding good article about licorice is from an organic licorice company that I am going to start working with.

The Unique Properties of (Real) Licorice

Licorice enjoys a rare position in the long catalog of plants used by mankind. We use it as a candy, a sweetener and flavoring agent, and in both modern and traditional medicine as a natural herbal remedy to treat heartburn, coughs, various kinds of gastritis, acid reflux, even stomach ulcers. An extract of licorice is commonly used in the UK and other parts of Europe in the treatment of such ulcers, and the root has long been the home remedy for heartburn and acid reflux.

Real licorice has a strong and distinctive sweet flavor that has been prized for its own sake and its soothing qualities for centuries. Napoleon sucked on licorice sticks because he liked them. The Egyptian pharaoh, Tutankhamen, was buried with a substantial quantity of licorice for use in the afterlife (whether this was for its value as a candy or as medicine, or both, we don’t know).

In short, real licorice not only tastes good, it’s also good for you.
Not All Licorice Is Licorice

When you buy licorice candy in your local supermarket or candy store, what exactly are you buying? If you live in the United States, the chances are it isn’t licorice. So-called “licorice” candy is flavored with anise (the same herb that gives Pernod its distinctive flavor) or synthetic substitutes. Sugar then becomes a major ingredient, since anise lacks the sweetness of real licorice. Oddly enough, although actual licorice extract is produced in the United States, 90% or more is used to flavor other things, such as cough medicines and (believe it or not) tobacco. Even if you do manage to find the real thing, it will almost certainly have been chemically altered in various ways. (See “Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL)” for more information.) Only licorice extract in its pure, original form can be certified organic

Old Fashioned Novelty Candy Favorites are a big hit!

(Buy here!) McCraws Country Store Old Fashioned Taffy is a top impulse item for nearly every candy lover.  I have heard that Hammonds Candy from Denver, Colorado bought McCraws so that they could add the Taffy to their lines.  I fear from the article that it   might become a Christmas only candy.

Buy Chuckles Jelly Candy were a favorite of mine when I was a kid, of course the Buy Black Licorice Chuckles was my favorite!  Chuckles was one of motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel's sponsors in the 1970s. The CHUCKLES name was on his leathers and helmets.


Chuckles is mentioned in the Seinfeld episode "The Heart Attack" when a fight breaks out between the driver and a crew member of George's ambulance over who ate the last of the Chuckles.

Chuckles is also mentioned in the Martin Scorsese film Taxi Driver when Travis Bickle orders a pack of Chuckles at a sex movie theater concession stand before the show begins.

In the episode "Earthquake" of Night Court, Dan is trapped in an elevator with two sumo wrestlers, and confides that he has C-H-U-C-K-L-E-S in his pocket.

Chuckles is a confectionery produced by Farley's & Sathers Candy Company, Inc. Chuckles are jelly candies coated with a light layer of sugar. They come in five flavors: cherry, lemon, lime, orange, and Licorice. Each package of Chuckles contains one piece of each flavor. The candies have always been packaged in the traditional log with seven ribs.

Buy Zotz Fizz Power Candy

The original Zotz Fizz Power Candies were introduced in 1968. Within one year they had quickly become the hottest selling kids candy in the business. What made Zotz unique was the flavored fizz center which kids found irresistible. Zotz is a high quality hard candy manufactured by G.B. Ambrosoli. G.B. Ambrosoli is wholly owned and operated by the Ambrosoli family, in Como Italy, since 1920.

The new packages are designed to attract a whole new generation of Zotz customers. Our original Zotz customers now have children of their own, yet they remain loyal consumers. There are two different boxes of Zotz flavors; One box contains Lemon, Orange and Grape, the other has Cherry, Watermelon and Sour Apple.

From 1968 to today Zotz continues to be the best selling fizz power candy in the United States.

Recipes for your Midsummer Buffet- Midsommer Salad made with Abba Whole Swedish Anchovies and Marinated Anchovies

Anchovies are a popular item in the store, used for hot dishes, open faced sandwiches and in salads, they are a good source of Omega-3 and they taste good too!   The true connoisseur believes that the whole anchovies are the only real anchovies. Abba's Pink can of  whole anchovies take a bit more time, but the taste is so much different that it is worth it.  With a sharp knife and time to practice, you can easily  follow the directions and learn how to fillet a whole anchovie. This is how you do it!  If you would like to see our selection and buy real Anchovies click here.

To fillet your whole anchovy:


1.Stick a fork behind your fishes head and make a cut with the knife straight down.

2. Slide the knife and use the blunt side to pull the hide. Fold the knife back and forth to loosen skin on both sides.

3.Start fillet off by pulling the knife along the backbone. Angle the knife so that stomach contents do not come off with the fillet.

4.Turn anchovies and cut loose the other filet in the same way.



Packaging: 450 g
Storage: Store below 8 ° C
Catch Area: Sprat - North-East Atlantic (Skagerrak)
Nutritional value per 100 g without law:
Energy: 850 kJ / 210 kcal
Protein: 11.0 g
Carbohydrate: 12.0 g
Fat: 13.0 g
Top tips:
In "Inspiration and recipes" are good recipes and tips on how to use the whole anchovy.

St. Hans (Mid-Sommerfest)


On June 26th, come to Waterfront Park in Poulsbo from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. to join in the Scandinavian tradition of the Summer Solstice. Folk dance exhibitions, kindergarten through high school ages. Games for children, Burlap Sack races, Tug of War, Egg Carry, Balance Beam, and Fish Toss. Enjoy the Viking Parade, lighting of the Bon Fire and Midsummer proclamation by Sons of Norway Vikings. Further information can be found at Poulsbo Sons of Norway or call 360-779-5209



Midsommer Salad
Ingredients
Serves 4
1 tin (200g) Abba Mästarmatjes or 200g of whole Anchovies, cleaned
2 cup light sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon dill, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
½ cup leeks, finely chopped
3 pieces of boiled potatoes, diced

Directions:
Cut the herring into small pieces and mix with remaining ingredients. Serve with real European Rye bread and a good salad
http://www.abba.se/recept/midsommarsallad/

Midsummer Buffet, Marinated Anchovies
Ingredients

4 portions
2 cans (á 125 g) Grebbestads Anchovies Original or one can whole Anchovies, cleaned
3 tablespoons good olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 cup coarse grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped rucola salad

Directions:
Let drain anchovies. Mix oil and balsamic vinegar. Add anchovies on a plate. Pour over the dressing and let it marinate for at least 1 hour in refrigerator. Sprinkle with cheese and rocket and serve.
http://www.abba.se/recept/marinerad_ansjovis/


Anchovies are an excellent flavor and a certain ingredient in Janson's temptation. But increasingly more people are discovering new uses for the anchovy. Please look at our collection of recipes if you want inspiration.
When sprats seasoned and stored in a barrel they are called the anchovies. Sprats are sorted by size and seasoned whole. After 3-4 months' maturity is the time to file to ansjovisfilér. Abba Grebbestads Anchovies are characterized by an aromatic and rich flavor. It is probably why the Swedes have become favorites.

How do you remove fish smell from your fingers?

Fish Scent can cling to the hands and can be difficult to remove. To rub your hands with toothpaste, lemon or coffee usually remove the smell. Another way is to rub your fingers on stainless steel. There are even special steel bars of soap to buy in kitchen shops well-stocked .
http://www.abba.se/recept/sillakademin/ansjovis_som_krydda/

Tyrkisk Peppar Peber Salty Licorice from Finland -Back in stock and looking tasty!

Buy Tyrkisk Peber HERE

"Have them bring you a couple of bags of Turkisk Peppar (hard candies with a slight mustard-yellow tint to the powder that is put on them or you can buy them by clicking on the photo) then get a bottle of vodka, add the candies, shake a couple of times a day and once the candies are dissolved, drink as a sipping liquer - had this once in Sweden and still make it!"
I didn't include it as it's not strictly Norwegian but on sale there. A couple of tips to speed up the process:
1) Bash the Tyrkisk Peppar repeatedly in a kitchen cloth to break it up. Careful to not spill - this is sticky, sugary stuff.2) Swig a few stiff drinks from your full vodka bottle in order to make room for the crushed candy. This also has the bonus effect of making the following steps a lot more fun. USE A FUNNEL WHEN POURING THE CRUSHED CANDY INTO THE BOTTLE - and take your time. A thin poking stick may be necessary in order to keep the candy flowing.3) Shake the bottle vigorously. Depending on how much you drank in step two you may have forgotten to put the cap back on. Clean up your kitchen and try again.4) Put the now well-sealed bottle in your dishwasher on the hot setting and run it for a couple of cycles until the candy is all dissolved. Shake well between cycles.5) Stick the bottle in the freezer overnight.6) Get hammered with your friends. Serve in a frozen shot glass together with a cold beer. Make up your own drinking game. found at http://www.chowhound.com/topics/412471

Galle & Jessen Thin Chocolate plates for Danish Chocolate Sandwiches

Have you ever tried a chocolate sandwich the Danish way?  These super thin chocolate plates from Denmark melt in your mouth (and your hands!).  These Danish Thins come in both milk and dark chocolate.  We love to use them to make Smores.  Buy Galle & Jessen Danish Chocolate here.

A/S Galle & Jessen was Denmark's oldest chocolate factory. It was acquired by chocolate maker Toms International in 1971.  Here is the Galle & Jessen Facebook Page

Dutch Ewephoria Candy like Gouda Style Sheeps Milk Cheese is here!

For Ewephoria, the cheesemaker roughly follows a Gouda recipe, albeit with pasteurized sheep's milk instead of cow's milk and with different cultures. The 10-pound wheels are aged about 10 months, then given a thin plastic coat to prevent mold from developing.

Ewephoria is possibly as close as cheese gets to candy. The texture is firm, becoming drier toward the rind, and the flavor intense and sweet, with enough acidity to keep the cheese from being cloying.

With a butterscotch-colored interior that exhibits pronounced butterscotch and whiskey aromas, the cheese belongs at the end of a meal with a glass of nutty amontillado or oloroso sherry. A beer drinker would find it compatible with brews that have rich, roasted, nutty and malty flavors, such as porter and stout.

Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2006/08/03/WIGMJK8NEP1.DTL#ixzz0WOoNJyTX

LOTUS SPECULOOS CINNAMON BREAD SPREAD

This is one of those products that a customer brought into the store for me to taste and I think, ok lets see how this cookie spiced bread spread tastes. 

OMG!  I mean it is SO good that it is practically criminal-there is nary a bit of exaggeration in my statement.  I immediately began campaigning my importer for this product, and as you can see- I have it!  It is based on this Speculaas cookie, which is so pleasant to eat.  We have a variety of speculaas spiced items in the store

If you would like to try your hand at baking your own Speculaas cookies there is a good recipe at Joy of Baking  and another at Dutch Food on About.com . I mustn't forget the recipes of Foododelmundo  The well seasoned Chef And here is another review of Speculoos by Cheap Ethnic Eatz just in case you need another opinion-lol!

The 9:30 club, I saw so many amazing bands at this club... great memories.

The 9:30 Club  This is where my friends and I hung out in High School and when we came home from college.  Looking back it seems odd the The Police were considered new wave punk.  I saw most of the bands listed below- cool huh!

Founded by Dody DiSanto and Jon Bowers, the 9:30 Club was the home for alternative music in D.C. during the early 1980s and was a regular stopping point for bands touring the east coast as well as local D.C. artists, such as Chuck Brown, Root Boy Slim and the Sex Change Band. The Police played their first American appearance at the club, which was then located in the Atlantic Building.[citation needed] Other performers in the early days of the venue included X, Blue Angel (with lead singer Cyndi Lauper), The Bangles, Marti Jones, Marshall Crenshaw, Nash the Slash, The Go-Go's, and Betty (Alyson Palmer of Betty tended bar in the club at the time). Washington music programmer and writer Tom Terrell was instrumental in masterminding the U.S. premiere of reggae band Steel Pulse on the night of Bob Marley's funeral, which was broadcast live worldwide from the 9:30 Club on May 21, 1981.

The 9:30 Club's name was derived from its original street address, 930 F St NW. The original building was also known as the Atlantic Building. In addition to the address, the name referred to the original opening time of 9:30 p.m.[4] Early advertising on D.C.'s WHFS radio featured the motto "9:30 - a Place in Time!" Since the early 1980s, the 9:30 Club was known as a progressive venue noted for its talent in discovering up-and-coming acts. Originally claiming an audience of rock and alternative fans, it was not uncommon to see acts such as Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers during the Atlantis Club years, and in the initial 9:30 years the Psychedelic Furs and The Ramones. In the 1980s, the club became most famous for its hardcore punk crowd, who emulated bands such as Black Flag and X.

The club allowed fans as young as sixteen to enter. By that point, the club was based around Dischord Records and then-local bands such as Minor Threat, Fugazi, Government Issue, and The Slickee Boys.


The post-punk jazz outfit Lounge Lizards and local new wave band Tiny Desk Unit were the first bands to play the original location 9:30 Club; however, New York's The Fleshtones were the first band to be booked.

A new Black Licorice Ice Cream Recipe

Sunday, February 15, 2009    When Pigs Fly a recipe repost

Black Licorice Ice Cream Recipe

Makes about 1 generous quart

•3 cups cream

•1.5 oz dried licorice root, chopped or broken into bits

•8 egg yolks

•¾ cup sugar

•1 cup whole milk

•½ cup (or more to taste) chopped soft licorice candy (optional)

Start by infusing the cream with the licorice root in a medium pot. Bring the cream just to its boiling point, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 30 minutes. After that time, taste the cream to see if the licorice flavor is to your liking. Keep in mind that you will be adding some sugar and another cup of liquid (later) to dilute it down. Once you achieve the desired strength, add the sugar and bring the cream back up just to the boiling point. Stir to help dissolve the sugar. Strain the cream into a clean pot.

In the meantime, whisk the egg yolks until they are pale and thick. Add the hot cream slowly while whisking to prevent the eggs from cooking. Return the custard to the pot and cook it, stirring constantly, until the temperature reaches about 175°F. Remove from heat and add the cup of milk, then pour through a strainer into large clean bowl. Chill thoroughly before churning. Add the candy bits during the last 3 minutes of churning.