Pink Cherry Blossoms, Dried & Edible - 50

Dried cherry blossoms, or sakura, are a unique Japanese culinary ingredient that captures the fleeting beauty of spring. These blossoms are hand-harvested at peak bloom and dried to retain their delicate floral aroma and elegant pink hues.

In Japanese culture, cherry blossoms symbolise renewal and the transience of life, a sentiment celebrated during hanami: flower-viewing gatherings that date back over a thousand years. People come out in droves for picnics, parties and tea ceremonies to celebrate mono no aware.

The concept of mono no aware is centred on the recognition of life's fleeting nature. This is particularly evident when watching cherry blossoms bloom in a spectacular show, knowing that their beauty will last only for a brief period - just a week or two before they fall. Though the blossoms will return next year, their short-lived beauty serves as a reminder of life's impermanence. Mono no aware captures the bittersweet realisation that all things, no matter how beautiful or joyful, are temporary.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.