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Roz Crowley's avatar

All very interesting, JP. I buy sumac from Mr Bell. He's on line now, as well as in Cork's English Market.

Anne McMahon's avatar

Have always been partial to a Sumac tree, Jp. Had a lovely one in the garden of my former home in Clondalkin. But never knew that it is a food source 😮. Amazing!

Bee Wilson's avatar

This is so fascinating. It makes me think of the fact that barberries were once commonly grown in England, for the sourness

Jp McMahon's avatar

Thanks Bee.

N Leana's avatar

Wow, what a treasure! It's getting harder and harder to get hold of Middle Eastern/Mediterranean sumac, so we've had to be very stingy with what's left in our pantry.

Jenny Linford's avatar

A great piece- thoughtful and thought-provoking 👏