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Several different cannabis strains are known to affect a person’s mood and productivity when consumed. These effects are known as effects-factors.

Theseeffectsinclude increased energy, Euphoria, Focus and Productivity, as well as decreased Anxiety and Depression. Although only a small portion of the population is aware of it, CBD has been found to affect many different aspects of life.

As humans, we rely on our daily production of stress hormones to maintain our equilibrium. Without them being regulated, we would end up in severe emotional or physical damage.

However, having an influence on stresshocks can have negative consequences too. People who are particularly anxiety ridden may overreact to situations by producing more stresshocks than usual.

The cannabis market in California is booming

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

With over a dozen dispensaries operating in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland, and Vegas there is always new cannabis to try.

Pairing flavors with cannabis

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

While not a direct connection, pairing cannabis and chocolate has proven to be a fun way to test your skills as a barista.

Surprisingly, both drugs and desserts can be delectable. Studies have found that people who enjoy cannabis tend to enjoy high quality food more than people who do not. This is probably due to the CBD in the food creating an relaxant and enjoyment.

This is a true fact: If you are baking with chocolate or cannabis, you will get different results than if you were baking with sugar or bread would taste better with butter. The THC in chocolate may change when combined with the CBD in the drug.

Some recipes that combine chocolate and cannabis include: Using higher quality chocolate, mixing burnt and sweet styles of chocolate, and usingallytrading variant psychoactive drugs such as caffeine for effect.

Starting with the main ingredient

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

As the first point in our meal, we started with a cup of Theochre, a green coconut cannabis strain. The taste was very distinct and coupled with the slight cooling effects of the coconut contributed to an relaxing experience.

Theochre is known for its slightly euphoric effects, which makes it a perfect match for cannabis enthusiasts. It is also known for its sleep-inducing properties, making it an excellent choice for night time use.

We next tried one of my favorites: Moon Kush. This strain has a sweet flavor that does not overpower the user’s needs for relief. It also has a strong pain-relieving effects, which makes it an ideal choice to help treat my depression.

As we were finishing up our first two drinks, I decided to try Johnnie Van Dyk’s Orange Kush recreated using mimosine.

Choose your base

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

When looking to mix strains orsteiner says it is important to find a plant base that is appropriate for you. There are many ways to enjoy cannabis, so does not necessarily mean that someone else would appreciate it.

Explore different flavors

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

If you are already into cannabis cooking, then you know how important temperature is. Right? You would never want to eat something that was hot or cold because of the cannabinoids in it.

If you are not yet into cooking with cannabis, then now is the time to start! There are so many possibilities for tasting combinations and you can do this for both recreational and medicinal purposes.

Some favorite combinations include: caucasian-colored flowers paired with bold-flavored concentrates; warm temperatures paired with cool-touch liquid compounds; and cold-tender stems or flowers matched with hard, wintery substances.

There is no limit to the types of cannabis dining experiences you can have, just look up some local sativa or indica strains and mix things up! Some great places to try these combinations are: indoor/outdoor spaces, food truck networks, and neighborhood restaurants.

Add some spice

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

Adding some curry or curry powder is a simple way to pair cannabis with food. Most commercial blends contain either regular or low-heat spices like cayenne, cinnamon, and pepper.

Many chefs use them to create new dishes based on the compounds in cannabis. For instance, curry powder can add heat when mixed with other ingredients.

Some recipes use it as a base to create new foods, which is why you will sometimes see it on food packages. It is also possible to mix and match the bases that contain curry, these include bay leaves, cloves, and nutmeg.

Cannabis is often paired with Thai cuisine because of the coconut and Thai flavors that are used.

Go green with greens

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

Greens are a staple food for people in every part of the world. In fact, greens like lettuce are one of the most popular foods in America today.

Greens have become very popular as an alcoholic beverage these days as well. From beers to club drinks, there is a variety of greens you can mix and match with!

With all the ways to prepare greens, from raw to cooked, you have no limits. You can also pair green vegetables with cannabis as your sub for carbs and/or VIdeo Vapors can help aid in your nutrition and relaxation when consumed.

A great way to introduce new foods is to pair them with an old favorite.

Satisfy your sweet tooth

A Taste of California: Pairing Your Favorite Cannabis Strains with Local Cuisine

Most people don’t think about the kinds of foods they like because they are either offered in mainstream foods or they aren’t original foods are not available in California.

Luckily, for you, we have found some! We have found some amazing recipes for cannabis food and drinks, and they are sure to please even the most adventurous of palates. Some of our favorites include:

Cannabis ice cubes are a pretty new phenomenon. You can buy small plastic containers that look like wine bottles or booze bottles and put your cannabis concentrate, usually hash or marijuana flower chips, inside.

They let you create your own “legal drugs” without breaking the bank! These creations are usually fun foods like chocolate chip cookies or cinnamon rolls.

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