Basil leaves (tulsi) impart herby and peppery flavour to dishes. However, storing it for prolonged freshness can be challenging. Here are 5 easy ways to do it. Trim stems of basil leaves and place ...

Whether you love Mediterranean cuisine for the flavors, the health benefits or as part of your heritage, it’s a smart move to stock up your pantry with a variety of Mediterranean spices. They offer an ...

If you're tired of the same flavor combinations in your favorite pasta dishes, these creative garnishes will easily diversify ...

While these had a cooling effect on my stomach, my mom also told me to have basil leaves, which come from the basil plant ...

Basil is widely available in supermarkets; look for bright green leaves with no hint of wilting or black spotting. Dried basil retains little of the aroma and flavour of fresh basil, so is of ...

Holy basil can come in different forms. It is possible to distinguish the different types by comparing the color of their leaves. In addition to these potential health benefits, holy basil is an ...

During the spring and summer the leaves have served as factories where most of the foods necessary for the tree's growth are manufactured. This food-making process takes place in the leaf in numerous ...

John Gray is an author and contributing writer to the New Statesman. His latest book is The New Leviathans: Thoughts After Liberalism (Allen Lane). The world the ...

Orange and basil come together to create this revitalizing drink which is perfect to beat the heat. Top it up with ice and enjoy. 1. Peal the oranges and place them in the blender along with the other ...

Remove the frying pan. Once the tart is cold, rip up some mint or basil leaves and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. To serve, arrange the ...