Herbs and spices can make otherwise mundane dishes and drinks come to life by providing and enhancing both flavour and colour. Experimentation and experience are the key ingredients to rely on when it comes to developing a flair for using herbs.

The herbs described here are available in fresh and dried forms, with some fresh herbs available year-round and most dried forms available year-round. When using dried herbs, be aware that their flavour is usually more concentrated than that of fresh herbs and so the quantity used may need to be adjusted accordingly.