Cinnamon is one of the most popular spices in the world. It has been harvested for medicinal and culinary purposes for thousands of years. It has found its way into …
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May 2021
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Basil, or in its plant name, Ocimum basilicum. Ocimum derives from the word Okimon, which means smell, while basilicum means king, in Greek. This “royal herb” belongs to the Lamiaceae …
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Rosemary is a woodsy aromatic herb native to the dry, rocky Mediterranean lands and coast. The genus name Rosmarinus translates to “dew of the sea”. For culinary purposes, it was …
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When I say parsley, you probably immediately think “garnish”. But this green leafy herb is so much more. It is a common ingredient in French, Spanish, Caribbean, Italian and Middle …
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A relative of the mint family (Lamiaceae), thyme is an aromatic, Southern European herb that has been used for centuries. Popular to Mediterranian cuisine, it is known for its variety …