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Growing and Using The Herb Parsley

Decorative parsley is one of the most familiar herbs.

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Greek Cooking Basics

This article is the first of a series about Greek cooking. Of course Greek cooking is famous world wide for the unique flavours and variety it offers. However, truth be told, Greek cooking has a lot of elements similar to those cuisines of Italy, Turkey, Bulgaria, the middle east and even northern Africa. The reason is simple. All Mediterranean countries share common culture, history, climate and food resources.

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Essential Fall Gardening (September Tasks)

A list of the tasks that have to be undertaken in the garden in September from plants to lawncare.All images are by author.

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Garnishing Food Effectively

Ever tried to discover why your kid, husband or guest pushes your food away each time it’s served, despite the fact that it is tasty and delicious? It is most likely without garnish and boring. Garnishes are meant to harmonize, add color, flavor and nutrient to food. However, when the food is very colorful, garnishes are not required. Extreme care should be taken not to over-decorate food. Conversely, when the color of the food is plain, garnishes are added to make it more interesting.

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A Fragrant Secret in Your Backyard: An Herbal Garden

Tips on planting a secret herbal garden in your own backyard.

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Recipes with Parsley

Easy recipes using parsley, four great recipes.

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Anise

Anise is a licorice flavored herb belonging to the parsley family.

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Caraway: More Than a Seed

The caraway is an aromatic herb of the parsley family which has a tangy, pungent flavor.