“Salt is born of the purest of parents: the Sun and the Sea.”
—Pythagoras
My new favorite find is fleur de sel, a rare form of sea salt hand-harvested by a process that is considerably more complicated than all other salts. It involves collecting, by hand, the delicate thin layer of salt that floats on the surface of the water forming a delicate crust of pyramidal crystals.
Fleur de sel forms under very limited weather conditions. And because it’s harvested by hand, it is more expensive than other salts.
But, oh, so worth it.
It’s moist, crisp flavor resists dissolving because it’s so naturally moist. It’s perfect for adding to dishes just before serving. Fleur de sel is irregular shaped and glistens like diamonds, making it the perfect final touch on virtually any cuisine. It’s even delicious and stunning—yes, it is art!—on desserts.