{"title":"Vanilla","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Vanilla collection features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorganic vanilla \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrown by farming cooperatives in Southern India. Vanilla vines are cultivated using traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efood forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e methods, where they climb coconut trees and are often intercropped with black pepper. This approach supports biodiversity, healthy soil, and long-term resilience for farming communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorganic vanilla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is hand-harvested and cured in small batches by Indian farmers who are paid a living wage and committed to sustainable agriculture. Farming practices include rainwater harvesting, care for native and endangered plant species, and the use of biogas for fuel. Carefully selected for aroma and flavour, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecertified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorganic vanilla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e beans, vanilla powder and vanilla extract\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are handled with care and packed in Campbell River, BC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorganic vanilla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from Gathering Place Trading means selecting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium, single-origin vanilla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grown using traditional farming methods and handled with care at every stage. Our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorganic vanilla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e products are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efree from additives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and sourced from farming cooperatives committed to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esustainable agriculture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Well-suited for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebaking, cooking, and everyday use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this collection offers dependable flavour with a clear connection from farmer to kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"organic-vanilla-powder","title":"Organic Vanilla Powder","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Organic Vanilla Powder is crafted from pure vanilla beans, offering a rich, concentrated vanilla flavour in its most natural form. Hand-harvested by a farmer’s cooperative in India, then carefully ground into a fine powder, it is free from sugar, alcohol, and additives. Our vanilla powder offers a clean, concentrated vanilla flavour with rich, aromatic depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally aromatic and potent, our organic vanilla powder works beautifully as a vanilla extract substitute and blends easily into both dry and liquid recipes. Its fine texture makes it especially well-suited for baking, spice blends, and recipes where added moisture is not desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile pantry staple, this vanilla powder brings rich, authentic vanilla flavour to everything from baked goods to beverages and everyday cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach batch is hand-packed on Vancouver Island, BC, preserving the rich aroma and depth of pure vanilla.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gathering Place Trading","offers":[{"title":"10g","offer_id":43464895627520,"sku":"GP700J","price":18.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":43464895594752,"sku":"GP700","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":43458498560256,"sku":"GP700BU","price":436.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":43458498527488,"sku":"GP700KG_WH","price":690.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/3052\/3392\/products\/Vanilla.jpg?v=1670871111"},{"product_id":"organic-vanilla-extract","title":"Organic Vanilla Extract","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Organic Vanilla Extract is a rich, aromatic extract crafted to capture the full depth and complexity of pure vanilla. Handcrafted in small batches by our friends at Pemberton Distillery in British Columbia, it is made using certified organic alcohol and a slow, cold-processed traditional method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor our current lot, we use Bourbon vanilla beans direct-sourced from small family farms in Madagascar. This careful sourcing and process result in a smooth, well-balanced organic vanilla extract with deep flavour and a warm, inviting aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a traditional extract made with alcohol, it may not be suitable for everyone, though the alcohol content typically cooks off in most baking applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally versatile, this vanilla extract is well suited for baking, beverages, and everyday recipes, adding depth and richness without overpowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach batch is produced in British Columbia and hand packed on Vancouver Island, BC, preserving its character and quality from start to finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gathering Place Trading","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43069950034176,"sku":"GP702","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/3052\/3392\/files\/1_60fa8e32-8e4a-4a9c-9719-cf194217092c.png?v=1702509780"},{"product_id":"organic-vanilla-beans","title":"Organic Vanilla Beans","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Organic Vanilla Beans are prized for their rich aroma and deep, complex flavour, sourced from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVanilla planifolia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e orchid. It’s the only orchid in the world that produces an edible fruit. Grown by a farmer’s cooperative in India that places care for the Earth at the centre of its practices, these beans are hand-harvested, carefully cured in small batches, and shipped fresh to preserve their full character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVanilla is one of the most labour-intensive spices in the world. Each flower must be pollinated by hand, only one bean grows per blossom, and the flowers bloom for just a single day. This careful process results in vanilla beans that are supple, fragrant, and rich in flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for baking, cooking, and infusions, these organic vanilla beans bring warmth and depth to both sweet and savoury recipes. You may notice small white crystals on or inside the bean. This is naturally occurring vanillin, a sign of quality and a contributor to vanilla’s signature aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach batch is carefully hand-packed on Vancouver Island, BC, preserving the integrity and richness of these exceptional vanilla beans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gathering Place Trading","offers":[{"title":"10 Beans","offer_id":43464882585856,"sku":"GP704","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":43464882684160,"sku":"GP701BU","price":440.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":43464882651392,"sku":"GP701KG","price":870.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/3052\/3392\/files\/VanillaBean.jpg?v=1704834808"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/3052\/3392\/collections\/Untitled-design-8.png?v=1655318082","url":"https:\/\/gatheringplacetrading.com\/en-us\/collections\/organic-vanilla.oembed","provider":"Gathering Place Trading","version":"1.0","type":"link"}