Spring flowers are in abundance here in Southern California. My garden is blooming like crazy, so naturally, I like to take advantage of the edible flowers we have available. These gems of nature add color, nutrition and a lovely vibration to our food and drink. Only use edible flowers from an organic source. Always make sure you have properly identified the flowers you wish to consume!

Edible flowers can be used to decorate desserts and as a garnish to any entrèe.

Here are some of my favorites:

Add to a salad.

Freeze in your ice cubes. This stainless steel ice cube tray can be found here.

Beautiful and refreshing water.