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Why MD's Caution Against Grape Fruit and Certain Medications?
Why MD's Caution Against Grape Fruit and Certain Medications?
  • Grapefruit and Medications
February 19, 2024

Why MD's Caution Against Grape Fruit and Certain Medications?

Grapefruit, a popular and refreshing fruit, is known for its sweet and tangy flavor. However, healthcare...
Tools Required for World Class Modernist Cuisine
Tools Required for World Class Modernist Cuisine
  • Modernist Cuisine Tools
February 18, 2024

Tools Required for World Class Modernist Cuisine

Welcome to the world of modernist cuisine, where culinary innovation and precision equipment come together to create a revolution...
Creative Ways to Use Hydrocolloids for a Home Cook
Creative Ways to Use Hydrocolloids for a Home Cook
  • Hydrocolloids for a Home Cook
February 17, 2024

Creative Ways to Use Hydrocolloids for a Home Cook

Hydrocolloids are not just for professional chefs and molecular gastronomy enthusiasts. As a home cook, you can also explore...
Ocytocin's Role in Learning and Memory
Ocytocin's Role in Learning and Memory
  • Oxytocin
February 17, 2024

Ocytocin's Role in Learning and Memory

Oxytocin, a neuropeptide commonly referred to as the "social hormone," has emerged as a key...
Is Dried Fruit Really Good for You
Is Dried Fruit Really Good for You
  • Is Dried Fruit Healthy
February 17, 2024

Is Dried Fruit Really Good for You

Dried fruit is a popular snack option, but there is often confusion about its health...
The 12 Best Foods for Lowering Blood Pressure
The 12 Best Foods for Lowering Blood Pressure
  • Foods that lower blood pressure
February 16, 2024

The 12 Best Foods for Lowering Blood Pressure

Managing blood pressure is crucial for maintaining good cardiovascular health. While medication can play a role in...
American's Test Positive for Chlormequat: And it is Rising
Chlormequat
  • Chlormequat
February 15, 2024

American's Test Positive for Chlormequat: And it is Rising

A study conducted by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has revealed a concerning fact -...
Eco-Conscious Eating: The Impact of Your Diet on the Planet
Eco-Conscious Eating: The Impact of Your Diet on the Planet
  • Eco-Conscious Eating
February 11, 2024

Eco-Conscious Eating: The Impact of Your Diet on the Planet

Welcome to our article on eco-conscious eating! In today's world, our dietary choices have a significant...
What are the basic utensils needed to stock a commercial kitchen
What are the basic utensils needed to stock a commercial kitchen
  • commercial kitchen utensils
February 10, 2024

What are the basic utensils needed to stock a commercial kitchen

Stocking a commercial kitchen with the essential utensils and equipment is crucial for the success of any restaurant. Whether...

About CapeCrystal

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We are a specialty premium food ingredient supplier for cooks, chefs, and food producers throughout the USA and Canada. We offer such ingredients as agar agar, carrageenans, sodium alginate, tara, locust bean and many other gums, fruit powders and related items. We offer free cookbooks with many delicious and tasty recipes using our ingredients that you can download from our website.

Download FREE Cook Books

Cape Crystal Brands has created a number of interesting cookbooks you will not find anywhere else to provide some creative and delicious recipes from main meals to delectable deserts. The recipes incorporate Cape Crystal Brands specialty ingredients for added gastronomical creativity. Just click on the links below to download. Let us know your favorite creation. Between the 5 available cookbooks there are 200 delicious recipes. You are bound to find a family favorite here.

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