More than just the main ingredient in pesto, basil is an herb with an aphrodisiac boost. Discover how it can help boost ...

If you’ve ever eaten Italian food — in other words, if you are human — you know all about Italian sweet basil. Those beautiful, floppy green leaves are a key ingredient in Italian cuisine and the ...

When my olfactory and gustatory senses become satiated with the summer flavors of Italian basil, I seek more exotic herbal stimulation. That's when I turn to another enchanting, complex, sultry member ...

I have an abundance of fresh Italian basil growing in my garden at home. It’s such a delicious herb that’s slightly sweet with a touch of pepper and has the ability to elevate even the simplest of ...

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 ...

You don't always have time for Nonna's recipe on busy weeknights. Luckily, these chef-approved jarred marinara sauces boast ...

Piada Italian Street Food, the leading fast-casual Italian restaurant concept, is kicking off the summer with a refreshing new addition to its beverage menu: Peach Basil Fresca, available beginning ...

The cone-shaped thing is called bird’s nest fungus. (Courtesy Joe in Derwood, Maryland) Joe in Derwood, Maryland, sent a cool-looking photo and writes: “Can you please tell me what these cone shaped ...

If you’ve ever eaten Italian food — in other words, if you are human — you know all about Italian sweet basil. Those beautiful, floppy green leaves are a key ingredient in Italian cuisine and the ...