by herbsocietyofamerica | Mar 16, 2020 | Other Culinary, Other Gardening, Other History & Traditions, Webinars
Author Jacqueline Soule will be presenting this month’s webinar on Wed, March 25 at 1pm – click here to register. This article is excerpted from her book, Father Kino’s Herbs: Growing and Using Them Today. Epazote – An Efficacious ‘Erb Did you know...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Mar 2, 2020 | Other Culinary
Welcome to Part II on herbal bitters! For a little background info on what bitters are, why we taste them, and where we taste them, see Part I posted on 2/17/20. It’s a worthwhile read, but not necessary if you just want to jump in with this article. Historical Uses:...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Feb 17, 2020 | Other Culinary
From grapefruit to coffee to arugula – lots of plants are bitter. And while some people will cross the street to avoid a bitter veggie, others can’t seem to get enough. Why is this? Join me on a two part journey as I delve into the science and use of one of nature’s...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Feb 2, 2020 | Other Research & Education
Spend any time with me and you’ll learn quickly that I am a “waste not, want not” kind of person, and that includes food. I have been known to push the envelope with expiration dates–tempting fate, if you will–only occasionally experiencing unpleasant...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Jan 31, 2020 | Other Culinary
It is with great pleasure that I announce to our blog readers that two very accomplished horticulture professionals are taking over leadership of The Herb Society of America’s Blog. We look forward to them sharing their extensive and diverse knowledge and expertise...