The first time I saw star anise, I honestly thought it was for decor ... next to a pine cone for a DIY centerpiece or put in a bowl of potpourri. But I learned that this earthy, subtly sweet ...

In a pitcher or bowl, add a few pods of star anise, lemon slices, mint leaves, and pour some water over it. Keep it overnight ...

Star anise is more than just a fragrant spice in Asian cooking. It contains bioactive compounds that may help with infections, digestion, and overall well-being. Has shikimic acid, anethole, and ...

The prolonged drought in the southwest is threatening regions responsible for over 80 per cent of the world's production of star anise, source of a key ingredient in the flu-fighting antiviral ...