Knowledge
In our Knowledge section, we want to pass on our know-how about the products in our shop. So you can be smart-assed to no end the next time you cook or bake together.
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A new door every day — the history of Advent calendars
Do you remember how long December used to feel when you were a child? Everything was already beautifully decorated, candlelight everywhere, the smell of freshly baked treats in the air – yet Christmas Day (and especially the presents) still seemed impossibly far away. If you were lucky, there was the Advent calendar: that magical little moment each morning that made the wait feel shorter and the excitement grow just a little more each day.\nBut where does this beloved tradition actually come from? How is it celebrated around the world? And what makes a truly exceptional Advent calendar today? It’s time to dive into the festive countdown and uncover the charm behind it.
Matcha vs. coffee: Pros, cons & more
There are two types of people in the morning: those who need coffee before they can even talk to others and those who wake up relaxed and go for a cup of tea. No matter which you prefer, both drinks have their pros and cons. Check out our deep dive into coffee vs matcha!
Ginger power!
Have you ever eaten raw ginger? During the cold season, it can be a great ally to your immune system!
Deep dive: KoRo's supply chain
It is very important to us here at KoRo to shorten supply chains where possible and to be transparent about them, in order to enable consumers to make informed decisions. But what exactly we mean by short supply chains sometimes raises questions. This is why we want to explain how we approach the topic of supply chains, what we have already implemented, and where there is still room for improvement. As a comparatively young company on the market, we are still far from perfect and are on a journey towards more direct trade routes and more transparent supply chains. In this article, we would like to give you an insight into the challenges we face on this journey, why transparency in supply chains is important, and how we are approaching this topic.
A look into our supply chain: Where do KoRo's cashews come from?
Our cashew pieces have quickly become a KoRo bestseller. Whether in muesli, for cooking or on their own as a snack: delicious, buttery cashews are real kitchen all-rounders. In this article, we want to tell you more about the origin of our raw cashews and our collaboration with the producers in Africa.
How is salt actually produced?
Let's be honest: you probably learned it in elementary school but forgot it again - relatable. But don't worry, the KoRo kitchen crew is on hand to refresh your knowledge of the kitchen ingredient par excellence!
Broken goods: What are they actually?
Chocolate, stone and cashew break, but our love of snacks doesn't! Bags full of supposedly defective nuts and chocolate are bestsellers in our house. But why are they cheaper than whole nuts or intact chocolate bars and what is actually behind the term "broken" or "B-goods"?
Make your own kombucha: how it works!
Have you ever come across our Scoby while scrolling through the rabbit hole of the KoRo range? More precisely, the organic Kombucha Scoby? It actually sounds quite sweet, but the fact that there is a mushroom behind it is quite surprising.
What is actually healthy?
This is where opinions differ. For some it's high protein and low carbohydrates, for others it's no sugar or fat. But which diet is healthy?
Truffle Deep Dive
Truffles are mushrooms, fancy mushrooms, usually found on creamy pasta - this is where your knowledge ends? No worries, KoRo got you! Because if there's one thing we know, it's fine food!
Five preconceptions about meat substitutes
POV: It's Sunday, you're at dinner with the whole family and you're having burgers. You are of course well prepared and are already looking forward to your burger with the new vegan patty.
A journey through cultures and their tea ceremonies
Tea\n - probably the best-known hot drink in the world. The era began thousands of years ago in Asia, where the tea plant Camellia sinensis originated. Crazy fact: after water, tea is the most consumed beverage in the world. What other secrets does tea have? Just read on!