A leafy herb from the mint family. Basil has a sweet, strong aroma and flavour. It is a key ingredient in mediterranean cooking and is the ideal partner for tomatoes.

Lemon balm is a leafy, geen herb which has a beautiful lemony flavour and aroma. It works really well with fish poultry and vegetables, as well as in salads, stuffings and drinks. It is a member of the mint family and makes a very refreshing infusion or tea.

Lovage has dark green celery-like leaves. It's flavour is like that of very strong celery with parsley undertones. It can be used as an ingredient in soups and stews. Also, the stems can be cooked as a vegetable.

The leaves of parsley can be used in a variety of recipes from hot casserole dishes to cold salads. Use it to flavour stocks, soups and sauces or simply as an attractive garnish.

The leaves of parsley can be used in a variety of recipes from hot casserole dishes to cold salads. Flat leaved parsley has a more robust flavour than moss curled parsley. Use it to flavour stocks, soups and sauces or simply as an attractive garnish.

Rosemary is a robust and most versatile herb with a flavour that complements a wide variety of dishes and ingredients.

Native to the Mediterranean region. Sage has a savoury, slightly peppery flavour. Add it to salads, omelettes, meat dishes or pasta sauces. Or simply drink it in the form of a herbal tea.

Thyme has a flavour which is overlaid with a lemony tang. It works well with Mediterranean vegetables, eggs and fish. It's quite hardy, so can withstand long cooking times.