by Stowaway Magazine | Jul 2, 2016 | Culture, Eats, Spring 2016
When Columbus crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1492, he expected to find the riches and spices of the West Indies. To their dismay, they returned to Spain without the treasures they had anticipated. However, one of their many discoveries impacted the...
by Stowaway Magazine | Sep 8, 2015 | Four Corners, Winter 2016
Used in everything from delicious treats to medicinal cures, mint has been a popular herb for centuries. Originally, mint was most commonly found in Middle Eastern culture, but it soon spread across the globe. Different varieties have since emerged, and there is...
by Stowaway Magazine | Apr 9, 2015 | Culture, Eats, Fall 2015, Four Corners
Coconut, fruit of the “tree of life,” is a super food. Although coconut trees grow only in tropical and subtropical regions, this tasty treat has reached every corner of the globe. Coconut is sold in many forms, from fresh coconuts to pressed coconut oil to shredded...
