Learn about culinary herbs from around the world!

The word Herb is derived from the Latin "herba" meaning "grass". Culinary herbs are used to impart aromatic quality to food, either individually or in a mixture. The flavour comes from the oil stored in the leaves , which is released when the herb is crushed, chopped or heated.


Particular herba suit different styles of cooking, and every cuisine has its favorite herbs – the Middle East favors oregano, mint and dill; Thai cuisine uses coriander and lemon grass; in Italy basil, parsley and oregano are commonly used; and in France tarragon, chervil and fennel. Learn more about culinary herbs!