I am passionate about presenting the real Mediterranean diet as it once was and not a watered-down version of it. So I present to you the Mediterranean Diet Manifesto.

Split, Croatia was once home to a roman emperor and now it's historic streets can be walked upon year round. A fascinating city where you can explore ruins

Vitex agnus-castus, also called vitex, chaste tree or chastetree, chasteberry, Abraham's balm, lilac chastetree, or monk's pepper, is a native of the

Learn about the health benefits of oregano and how to incorporate oregano’s health-giving properties into your daily life.

Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is a hardy perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. As part of the Apiacaea family, it is closely related to carrot, celery, and parsley. This culinary and medicinal herb was once a

The Mediterranean diet can help people living with diabetes achieve better blood sugar management. Here's what to know before you try it!

Croatia is a relatively new destination that is becoming increasingly popular year after year. While it is a European hot spot, Croatia is far from what you call a mass tourism place. The national …

This ultra creamy, delicious recipe will have you wanting to make gelato every week. You can replace Nutella with peanut butter, almond butter, or even leave the base plain. Once the ice cream is free, feel free to mix in any add-ins: chocolate chunks, nuts, coconut or anything!

These 21 interesting facts about Sicily will help you learn more about this massive island, the largest region of Italy.

The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was located on the western coast of Asia Minor (modern Turkey) and built in the 6th century BCE. Such was its tremendous size, double the dimensions of other Greek temples...

Calendula Flowers - 16 ounces Whole, Petals or Powder Organically Grown USA Certified Organic: Egypt The calendula is an annual flower native to the northern Mediterranean countries. Its name refers to its tendency to bloom with the calendar, usually once a month or with every new moon. The term “marigold” refers to the Virgin Mary, and the flowers are used to honor her during Catholic events. The Egyptians considered calendula flowers to have rejuvenating properties. In the Hindu world, the flowers were used to adorn statues of gods in their temples, as well as a colorant in food, fabrics, and cosmetics, and of particular interest, in the 18th and 19th century calendula was used to color cheese. Also Known As - Calendula asteraceae, pot marigold, Garden Marigold, Gold-Bloom, Holligold, Marigold, Marybud, Zergul. Parts Used – The flowers and leaves. Organically Grown Harvest - Our herbs is grown organically, fertilized with organic manure from our own chickens, rabbits and little kinder goats, and watered from our private well linked to the glaciers of Mt. Rainier and filtered into the Nisqually River. Our herbs are hand picked, dried meticulously analyzed, test for freshness, aroma and taste before we package and deliver to you. PACKAGING - All bulk herbs will be packaged at our discretion in bulk sizes. This means that if you order 2 x 1-lb of an herb, for example, it will be packaged in one 2-lb bag – not two separate 1-lb bags of the same herb, I will be shipping your order in one pouch unless you specify in the comments section that you would like individual 1 lb sealed pouches. Since Esty's Policy no longer allows us to share the medicinal use of our products, we encourage you to do a little research on the web about this herb before you make your purchase. If you have any other questions regarding this product or other products, please contact me via ‘Etsy Conversations’ and I will be happy to answer your questions. Disclaimer - The information presented herein by Mountain Maus’ Remedies is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

In the early 1970’s the Varosha quarter in Famagusta, Cyprus was one of the Mediterranean’s most glamorous destinations. Today Varosha Cyprus is abandoned.

Once upon a time, in the waters not far off the coast of Sicily, there was an island called Ferdinandea. It was located right where the Medi...

The list of reasons to love lemon balm is practically endless. After seeing some of lemon balm's benefits, you'll want to start growing some in your garden!

Thinking of visiting Cyprus? We've shared all the unmissable things to do in Cyprus for your first visit. See what makes Cyprus special here...

Notes from the Weekend & a Few Lovely Links 20.07.20 - inspirational links from around the interwebs, what we were up to this weekend

Though today we take salt for granted, it was once as valuable as gold, and the Salina Turda Salt Mine in Romania was an important source for eastern Europe

There are plenty of amazing tourist attractions in Valencia, though you will want to do the following options first, as these are attractions not to miss.

Mediterranean Coral isn't as easy to get your hands on as it once was. This deep red rock has skyrocketed in cost and a number of suppliers don't carry it for that reason. You will find this magnificent cluster pendant filled with the thirty-seven cuts of the deep red stone. Navajo silversmith Freddie Maloney made the old style naja pendant. He has surrounded the rich colored stones with styled drops along with a rustic antique finish. The bale is filled with traditional stamp designs and will accommodate a number of different style necklaces. This is a piece that will look right at home dressed up with your other Navajo handmade favorites. Check out the online Trading Post for more of his work. Size – 4” x 22 5/8” Weight – 47.3 grams

Ikaria's uniqueness also includes that of its diets. One would expect that as an island, the seafood would be a primary focus and something to showcase however it is not the case. Vegetables and locally grown products take center stage. The traditional Ikarian diet is a variation of the Mediterranean diet, emphasizing locally sourced, seasonal

The Mezzogiorno, or “midday” region of Italy refers to the Southern section of this historically and artistically important nation. The ar...

What it is: A contemporary interpretation of classical colognes.Fragrance story: Tacit is at once familiar in its citrus notes and distinctly contemporary in liberal use of basil grand vert. And as the title implies, somewhat elusive in character, more readily experienced than articulated. The formulation was born on two key inspirations, the fresh notes found in traditional colognes and the culture, topography and fragile perfumed vegetation of the Mediterranean coast.How to use: Apply as desired to wrists and neck.1.7 oz. Made in Australia Item #5177483

There was once a cafeteria in Texas called Wyatts Cafeteria. DH's family would go there after church on Sunday and his mother would get baked eggplant. For years she tried to copy the recipe and came very close. The original recipe was published in the local paper several years ago. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

To get a taste of what different regions of Italy have to offer, and experience true Italian culture, check out my tips to travel Italy in a week by train!