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Blackstrap molasses (AKA treacle) is a byproduct of cane sugar production - it is the liquid left after the sugar cane is boiled and sugar extracted. It doesn’t contain much sugar and can be very bitter.
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Tiger’s Milk does not come from tigers - Leche de Tigre is Peruvian ceviche marinade - made using lime juice, sliced onion, chillies, salt, pepper and fish juices.
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A Baker’s Dozen is 13 in number as a safeguard against penalties for short changing.
It started in the United Kingdom in the 16th century. Quality control meant bakers sold in lots of 12, then threw in an extra to cover inconsistencies across bakes/ingredients.
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Kiwiberries are a small variety of Kiwifruit, grape sized with a smooth leathery green edible skin. Taste slightly sweeter than Kiwifruit.