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Farro is a staple grain of Tuscany, Italy. It is traditionally used in desserts, salads, and soups. Although it’s usually referred to as Spelt in English, some argue that spelt is not true Farro.

Rolled oats are groats (hulled oats) that have been steamed and pressed with rollers. This process reduces the cooking time of the oats. They are different than quick oats in the way that they are not cut into smaller pieces or pre-cooked. While all oats are inherently gluten free, these oats are not run on … Read more Organic Rolled Oats – Gluten Free

Hard red wheat, otherwise known as “wheat berries”, is planted in the winter and spring. It is most commonly used for breads. Of wheat varieties, hard red wheat has the highest protein content.

Because amaranth is gluten- and wheat-free, it can be used as a grain alternative for people with gluten and wheat sensitivities. It also has one of the highest fibre contents for a grain and has more protein than wheat. It is also rich in the amino acid lysine, which is needed for calcium absorption and … Read more Organic Amaranth

Steel cut oats, sometimes called Irish oats, are groats that have been cut into smaller pieces. Because they go through relatively little processing, they retain more of their flavour, nutritional value, and texture. However, this also gives them a longer cooking time than rolled and quick oats.

Oat bran is the outer layer of the oat grain. During processing, this husk, which contains the majority of the dietary fibre, is often lost. Oat bran is often added to grain products to increase their fibre content or used in baking to create certain textures and nutty flavours. Approximately half of oat bran’s fibre … Read more Organic Oat Bran

Rolled oats are groats (hulled oats) that have been steamed and pressed with rollers. This process reduces the cooking time of the oats. They are different than quick oats in the way that they are not cut into smaller pieces or pre-cooked.

Quick rolled oats, or instant oats, go through a process of being hulled and pressed by rollers and chopped into smaller pieces, allowing them to cook faster. They are also steamed beforehand to reduce cooking time.

Psyllium husks are known for the notable amount of soluble fibre they provide. Soluble fibre helps you to feel fuller for longer, helps to reduce cholesterol levels (harmful LDLs), and can help regulate blood sugar levels.

Jade pearl rice is rice that has been pearled (had its bran gently polished off to expose the kernel) and infused with bamboo extract. The bamboo extract gives the rice its aesthetically pleasing jade, or green, colour and additional flavour notes.

Volcano rice is a blend of West Java brown and red rices that have been grown in mineral-rich volcanic soils. This blend is rich in antioxidants, minerals, and fibre.

Jasmine rice is originally from Thailand and is also known as Thai Hom Mali. It is known for the floral aroma it gives off when cooked. Its most notable nutrients are protein, carbohydrates, and iron.

Forbidden rice is a black rice. Its appearance is black because of its bran, but changes to a dark purple when cooked. Forbidden rice is rich in iron, fibre, and anthocyanins (antioxidants).

Quinoa is native to the Andean region of Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia and Peru. It was domesticated 3,000 to 4,000 years ago, though archaeological evidence shows a non-domesticated association with pastoral herding, approximately 5,200 to 7,000 years ago. Quinoa contains essential amino acids, such as lysine, and also calcium, iron, and phosphorus. Generally, quinoa is cooked … Read more Organic Quinoa Tri Colour

Quinoa originated in the Andean region of Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia and Peru. It was domesticated 3,000 to 4,000 years ago, though archeological evidence shows a non-domesticated association with pastoral herding, approximately 5,200 to 7,000 years ago. Quinoa contains essential amino acids, such as lysine, and also calcium, iron, and phosphorus. Generally, quinoa is cooked in … Read more Organic Quinoa Black