The bay tree or Laurus nobilis has been around since biblical times and symbolized wealth and success. King David was so enamoured of the bay tree and its beauty that he used the wood for paneling the rooms of his home. Bay leaves are often depicted in the emblems and motifs which decorated the Temple [...]
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The Secret Life of Bays
Posted in Food Lover's Tips, Uncategorized, tagged Homestyle cooking, May Garden Mart, Restoration Herbs on August 3, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
HOW SWEET IT IS
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged bees, honey on June 5, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
A neighbour has just put a bee hive on our property where the bees will be able to sample the various flowering herbs and the multitude of flowers we grow. We look forward to the rewards of some remarkable honey untainted by pesticides or insecticides. and the bees will be safe from chemicals. As a [...]
Craving pickles? Dig burdock!
Posted in Food Lover's Tips, Uncategorized, Vegetarian, tagged Corner Cupboard Deli, foraging, herbs, Homestyle cooking, Restoration Herbs, weeds on May 2, 2011 | 2 Comments »
Ya know, there’s a lot of talk about pickles; an unbelievable number of pickle clubs to choose from and a remarkable blog called The Pickle Project which I was fortunate enough to stumble upon. None of which eased my dilemma: I wanted to make fresh pickles. Thanks to Steve Brill, or Wildman Steve Brill, I [...]
Easter greetings
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged breakfast, Easter, Homestyle cooking, Restoration Herbs on April 24, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Although it is the case that decorating eggs is a pastime most often reserved for this time of year, I certainly believe that presentation affects our palates. So, with the help of a few eggs from our local bird, Gg domesticus and my herbal allies (but of course!), I extend my warm wishes for a [...]
Horseradish (Amoracia rusticana) the hot herb
Posted in Food Lover's Tips, Uncategorized, tagged dinner, local growers, Passover, Restoration Herbs, sauce on April 20, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Horseradish is the herb of the year and is best known for the use of its root in making a sauce for meat. You can easily make a sauce like this: Beg, buy or steal some horseradish root and grate it finely. This may make you cry but persevere. Put into a blender with a [...]
Your vote counts!
Posted in Uncategorized on April 13, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
hey Lisa
Posted in Uncategorized on April 12, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
I didn’t know you fancied garlic as much as I did?! ~ nice to be here
Happy with Hierlooms
Posted in Uncategorized on April 12, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
It’s that time of year when we are all itching to buy seeds and plants. When buying either, especially for vegetables and herbs make sure you ask for organic heirlooms. Why? It’s simple. Heirlooms are resistant to certain pests, they are hardier and healthier than hybrids, they have a stronger flavor And you can save [...]
garlic, glorious garlic!
Posted in Uncategorized on April 12, 2011 | 1 Comment »
In honor of our Franklin Foodie extending an invitation to join her I decided that I must begin with garlic. Especially as I was making my own “garlic kebabs” last week to help overcome an infection. When it was cold, I was roasting my kebabs in the fire. Now, weather’s warming. And garlic can be [...]
Spring has sprung…
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Restoration Herbs on April 9, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Finally!!! Spring is a time for growth, a time for renewal and a good time to get back to this blog. Exciting changes are coming, new posts and contributing authors. Along with Restoration Herbs we will be bringing you the best of the best. Stay tuned!
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