herbs
Synonyms
aromatic herbs
Herbs, history and myths
Herbs have been cultivated for centuries for their medicinal and culinary properties. Where are the facts and where the myths?
Making herb butter
Herb butters area a flavorful addition to your dishes and a way to preserve herbs.
Preserving herbs
Preserving herbs will ensure an steady suppply along the year, not only when they are in season.
Garden herbs
Creating an herb garden is fun and practical. The aromas are wonderful, the view is beautiful, and many can be used as medicines or for cooking. Growing them is easy. They're hardy and thrive well in all kinds of soils. But for optimal results, it's helpful to keep in mind a few things about each specific one.
Curry leaf
The curry leaf has a balmy, enticing scent and convey a delicately piquant flavor to the dishes in which it is used.
Coriander
Coriander leaf counts among the aromatic herbs while the seeds, whole or ground, count as spice.
Chives
Chives grow usually in clusters; for that reason, they are usually referred to only in plural. Their taste reminds of onions or garlic, this last one is the case of Chinese chives.
Chervil
Stir chervil in ham and cheese omelets. Use it in dressings for pasta or potato salads.
Herb garden
Practical information about how to plan and start a herb garden for the cook, the keen gardener and the lover of aromatic herbs.
Grow your own herbs
Herb gardening is easy and you are sure to have an unlimited supply of really natural flavorings. Grow your own herbs and use the freshest herbs possible when cooking.