Hi! I am Shari Sweeney and
here on A Certain Aesthetic I’m serving you elevated food, mindful experiences and the beauty of living in Okinawa, Japan!
All tagged Herbs
Known by its scientific name Rosmarinus officinalis, Rosemary is a Mediterranean herb that’s been used in culinary and medicinal aspects for centuries. It’s also a staple in many gardens due to its ease of cultivation and its intoxicating scent. When you walk past a rosemary bush, you know it instantly because its scent envelopes you and takes you to a place far away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Based on previous posts or if you already know me pretty well then you know that I have a deep love for herbs! They are my favorite plants to grow from seed when I prepare my annual patio garden. Herbs are a staple in my everyday cooking due to their aromatic and deeply flavorful accents. There’s nothing like going outside in your own garden to snip some fresh rosemary or parsley to enhance your dinner!
Today I want to share with you five herbs that I love to grow and use in the summertime which are Rosemary, Parsley, Thyme, Bay Laurel, and Sage. These herbs are versatile and can be used in a wide array of culinary dishes and medicinal remedies.
It’s Memorial Day weekend which means summer is officially here! This Sweet Basil & Cardamom Lemonade is bursting with refreshing summer vibes and I know you’re going to love it. Even though we are in the throes of a pandemic, you can still live the good life by allowing this drink to take you to a faraway place in your mind or in your backyard! ;)
Let’s talk about one of my favorite herbs of all time...Sweet Basil! It’s the first herb I grew on my balcony when I was in college and it started my love for gardening. When I see this beautiful herb, it makes me think of spring and summer because of its amazing smell and taste! Sweet basil is one of the most common herbs you will see in your grocery stores, farmer’s markets, and garden centers. It’s widely used in an array of culinary dishes as well as it’s used in many ways for it’s medicinal properties…
