Herbs, Greens, Fruit The Key to the Mediterranean Diet 
by Myrsini Lambraki

The Ancient Greek and Romans recognized over 1000 different spices of herbs, greens and fruit.  Homer wrote about 80 of these and Hippocratos and Theophratus were familiar with over 300.  Charlemagnie, in 800AD, drew up a list of significant aromatic plants which are found in the Mediterranean.  Looking through it, Herbs, Greens, Fruit, you will become acquainted not only with myths and history surrounding these plants, but also with their uses as folk medicine and tasty and wholesome dishes and beverages.  Experiment by adding herbs, greens and fruit to your cuisine and you will be impressed by the fragrance and flavor they give to the recipe.