Fu Shen vs. Fu Ling - which one you should use for Si Shen Soup

Fu Shen vs. Fu Ling - which one you should use for Si Shen Soup

Si Shen Tang(soup) , mild yet effective, is a TCM formula that has been served on the tables of Chinese households for centuries. Four magical ingredients (Shan Yao / Huai...
September 01, 2023 — The Herb Depot
Lunisolar Term: Chu Shu - 二十四节气: 处暑

Lunisolar Term: Chu Shu - 二十四节气: 处暑

As we are nearing the end of another season, it is time to prepare our bodies for the upcoming change. Chu Shu 处暑 begins on the 23th of August this year. What...
Osmanthus Flowers Blooming Everywhere in August

Osmanthus Flowers Blooming Everywhere in August

You may have tried a whole lot of jams before - fruit jams, vegetable seed jams, spread and chutneys. However, have you ever tried those floral jams with petals in it?...
August 10, 2023 — The Herb Depot
8 things to avoid while using Moxibustion/Moxa

8 things to avoid while using Moxibustion/Moxa

Moxibustion/Moxa is a heat therapy that warms the meridians and unblocks the collaterals, promotes qi and blood circulation, reduces swelling and dissipates stagnation, dispels dampness and cold, and treats various...
Everyone Says I Love Hawthorns

Everyone Says I Love Hawthorns

Deeply rooted in Chinese culinary culture for centuries, hawthorns (also known as Shan Zha) have been cherished and enjoyed in various forms, both for its taste and its health benefits....
July 04, 2023 — The Herb Depot
Witches Brew or White Lady? - The Magic Spell of the Butterfly Pea Flower

Witches Brew or White Lady? - The Magic Spell of the Butterfly Pea Flower

The Butterfly Pea, known by its poetic alias, the Asian Pigeonwings, or Clitoria ternatea, exudes a captivating charm that befits its graceful nature. Its delicate petals unfurl in a mesmerizing...
June 15, 2023 — The Herb Depot
Herbalist creating formula

Xiao Yao Wan vs. Jia Wei Xiao Yao Wan (逍遥丸 vs. 加味逍遥丸)

What is the difference between Xiao Yao Wan 逍遥丸 and Jia Wei Xiao Yao Wan 加味逍遥丸? We've compared them in detail so you don't have to!
Mother's Day Recipe Guide 2023

Mother's Day Recipe Guide 2023

For our dear mothers who prefer acts of service over receiving gifts, here are three easy recipes for you to prepare and serve her, requiring minimal time and skills. These...
Ching Po Leung - Best Soup for Vegetarians & Vegans

Ching Po Leung - Best Soup for Vegetarians & Vegans

Just like other Cantonese herbal soup, Ching Po Leung is usually cooked with pork bones or chicken for stock. That being said, the inclusion of Job's Tears (Yi Mi), Chinese Yam...
May 04, 2023 — The Herb Depot
Change of Season – Li Xia 立夏 - Spring & Summer

Change of Season – Li Xia 立夏 - Spring & Summer

Li Xia begins on the 6th of May this year. What is Li Xia? This marks the beginning of summer in the Chinese Lunisolar calendar. The Lunisolar calendar is divided...
Four Gentlemen Soup (Si Jun Zi Tang) with Chicken

Four Gentlemen Soup (Si Jun Zi Tang) with Chicken

The "Four Gentlemen", or the "Sì Jūnzǐ " as we call it, is a Confucius term referring to four plants whose virtues are highly praised in Chinese culture : Plum blossom, Orchid,...
Ginseng Chicken Soup - an energy booster in the early spring

Ginseng Chicken Soup - an energy booster in the early spring

As a food therapy, the warm and nourishing soup has been served on Asian people's table for centuries. It's easy to make but super delicious at the same time. All...