Wild Crafted Bay Leaf Dried Cut ~ 100% Premium
Botanical name: Laurus Nobilis
In ancient Greece, bay laurel was a symbol of educational and athletic excellence, an association that continues to influence our modern world and language. For example, we honor literary champions with the title “poet laureate” and caution that it is unwise to “rest on one’s laurels” when current actions counts more than past accomplishments. Upon graduation from a university, academics earn a baccalaureate degree.
In Mediterranean countries, bay is commonly called Daphne, a reference to the mythological nymph who was mercifully changed into a bay laurel tree so that she could escape the unwanted advances of the sun god, Apollo.
In cooking, bay leaf is a common ingredient used in various world culinary traditions, especially in Italian, Greek and Spanish cuisines. Bay is also prized for its ability to naturally and safely deter many kinds of household pests.
