Deliciously fragrant, basil may be the most favored culinary herb. Just a light press of the leaves releases the spicy-sweet scent. Drafts of cinnamon, mint, lemon and anise distinguish the aptly ...

Deliciously fragrant, basil may be the most favored culinary herb. Just a light touch of the leaves releases the spicy sweet scent. Drafts of cinnamon, mint, lemon and anise distinguish the aptly ...

The International Herb Association for 2003 has designated Basil as the "Herb of the Year." Basil is one of my favorite herbs. It is also my best-selling herb, so I m not the only one who likes it.

Basil, summer’s signature herb, is in season. Like so many other summer crops, it is a bit early, which often happens during drought years. In the early ’90s, we had an abundance of strawberries in ...