We carry exotic, fresh herbs & spices for your full culinary experience - for cooking, blending your own herbal teas, or for enjoying these herbs and spices on their own as a tea.
(Elettaria cardamomum) Cardamom has a strong, unique taste, with an intensely aromatic fragrance. It is used in baking as well as medicinally. In India it has been used to treat infections in the teeth and gums, to prevent and treat throat troubles, congestion of the lungs, and also digestive disorders.
(Ceratonia siliqua) Carob is often promoted as a healthy alternative to chocolate. Carob has been traditionally used for its demulcent properties, to soothe the digestive tract and help with throat ailments.
(Matricaria recutita) A cup of fragrant, apple-like chamomile is good for digestion and is a wonderful way to relax after a stressful day. Also used by Europeans for hundreds of years for insomnia, neuralgia, back pain and rheumatism.
(Matricaria recutita) A cup of fragrant, apple-like chamomile is good for digestion and is a wonderful way to relax after a stressful day. Also used by Europeans for hundreds of years for insomnia, neuralgia, back pain and rheumatism.
The fruit from the plant of the Prunus avium, is popular in many recipes. Cherries are used to make liqueurs, pies, crumbles, cakes, jellies and more. (Click on the picture to see more information)
(Cichorium intybus) Chicory root has long been roasted and then ground to be used as a substitute for coffee and found in coffee blends and herbal "coffee" blends.
(Capsicum annuum) Chili pepper increases circulation and is quite beneficial in treating congestion and other symptoms of flu and cold. It has been used to strengthen the immune system and as an analgesic. Caffeine Free.
Coconut is the fruit from a large palm tree that is grown throughout the tropics. High in saturated fat, coconuts are also low in sugar and high in minerals. Dried, grated coconut can be used in a variety of culinary recipes. It can be eaten alone or sprinkled over cereal or fruit and is a tasty addition to granola, curries, vegetable dishes, salads, baked goods, and smoothies.
(Symphytum officinale). A perennial plant found in damp areas in the US and Europe, comfrey is a favorite healing plant for many skin problems. It contains allantoin, which helps stimulate the growth of new cells, and so has been used for many years externally for skin wounds.
(Viburnum opulus) Historically used as a relaxer of muscle tension and spasm. Useful for cramps either muscular in nature or ovarian and uterine. Usually used in combination with other herbs. Boil 2 tsp. in 1 cup of water and then gently simmer for 10-15 minutes. Caffeine Free.
(Vaccinium oxycoccos) Cranberries are the fruit of an evergreen shrub that thrives in the cooler temperature of the northern hemisphere. They have a tartness that makes them a perfect addition to both sweet and savory dishes. (Click on the picture to see more information)
