Szechuan berries were already renowned in ancient China. Their citrus yet spicy flavours are ideal with fish, foie gras, chocolate, strawberries and pineapple. Use lightly crushed just before serving.
Bergamot is the fruit of the bergamot tree, with an appearance similar to that of a green orange. Very practical in powder, it can be added as a topping on your cheesecakes, panacottas or yogurts. It will also enhance your sorbets and madeleines!
Cubeb pepper, also known as the tailed pepper, which comes from Indonesia, is characterized by its slight spiciness and its subtle, yet bitter aromatic notes of clove. On its own or mixed with other peppers, use it to flavour your sweet and sour dishes, chutneys or fruit compotes.
This Berry with its heady lemony aromas, is the Bataks equivalent of the Chinese Szechuan berry and is used in everyday cooking. Infused, grilled or cracked it is perfect with seafood, marinades or chocolate mousse.