Garlic chives and chives both belong to the same family. These two Alliums share some visual similarities and are used only in savory dishes. Beyond that, they have some considerable differences despite the fact they both have chives in their name. If you want to know more about how these herbs stack up against each […]
How To Store Arugula For The Best Flavor
You should consume arugula as soon after its harvest as possible if you want to maximize its nutritional value and flavor. Of course, this is not always possible. In cases where you need to store arugula, you will need to consider its flavor since that is one of the main characteristics that set it apart […]
What’s A Good Garlic Chives Substitute?
Garlic chives are a great ingredient, especially if you are cooking Asian dishes. They provide exactly the flavor that you might assume from their name. You can use them in Western dishes as well since they may be an interesting alternative to both garlic and chives; however, they are not always easy to find. If […]
What’s A Good Arugula Substitute?
Arugula is a dark leafy herb that is related to cabbage and kale and which is known for its bitterness and peppery bite. Arugula is excellent in both salads and cooked dishes. It is a staple in Italian cuisine where you will find it used as a pizza topping or sometimes paired with pasta. Some […]
Garlic Chives: The Herb For A Milder Garlic Flavor
Garlic chives are native to East Asia. This herb can be found all over the continent from Mongolia to the Philippines. Garlic chives have been cultivated in China for more than 3,000 years. This herb was also documented as having health benefits in ancient Chinese medical texts written during the Ming Dynasty. Garlic chives were […]
Arugula: Italy’s Favorite Salad Green
In Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome, arugula was well known and cultivated for its leaves and seeds. Virgil considered it to be an aphrodisiac for drowsy people. The leaves formed a part of a first-century Roman salad that featured other vegetables and herbs still in use today, including romaine and lavender. At the time, arugula […]
Basil Vs. Parsley: SPICEography Showdown
Basil and parsley are two herbs that are well known for adding color and flavor to European-style dishes. While similar in a few ways, they have some very different qualities and applications. Familiarize yourself with basil and parsley by reading the SPICEography Showdown below.
Flat Leaf Vs. Italian Parsley: SPICEography Showdown
While flat leaf and Italian parsley sound like names for two varieties of parsley, they actually two names for the same one. There are only two main varieties of parsley — one variety commonly known as flat leaf (AKA Italian) parsley and the other variety known as curly leaf parsley. These are the only two […]
Coriander Vs. Parsley: SPICEography Showdown
When comparing coriander and parsley, it is important to remember how the word coriander is sometimes used. There are two ingredients called coriander that might show up in a cook’s spice cabinet: coriander seed and coriander herb. Both are commonly shortened to simply coriander. Coriander seeds are the coriander plant’s dried berries, while the coriander […]
Hyssop vs. Lavender: SPICEography Showdown
Hyssop and lavender both belong to the Lamiaceae family, which makes them relatives of mint. As a result, they have a lot in common with each other and with other members of the Lamiaceae family like basil and like rosemary. Despite their commonalities, you should not simply switch them out in a recipe without learning […]
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