That pretty blue flowered…weed?
Have you ever wondered about those pretty blue flowers (or pink, white) on that long stem along the side of the road – could this really be a “weed?” In …
Tarragon…or is that licorice?
The anise flavor is the first taste that I recognize when using tarragon. This subtle taste appears to be well suited for recipes with chicken, fish and vegetables as well …
Cinnamon – culinary herb, it tastes good and has heath benefits
Cinnamon is one of the oldest spices known. Ceylon – Sri Lanka and southern India are listed as its place of origin. As early as 2000 BC, it became imported …
You say “spice” and I say “herb” – what is the difference?
When thinking of spices, one automatically envisions a “spice rack” or “spice shelve” as they impact the taste of food or beverages. On the other hand, herbs are often associated …
Connectiveness
Long before the introduction of western medicine, the early civilizations used herbs for both food and medicine. In fact, western medicine has borrowed from these early practices to create some …