To understand and combine the flavors of herbs, start by getting to know them individually. Use your nose—smell each herb on its own, then try blending it with another. Add a third, and eventually work up to five different herbs to see how their aromas and flavors interact. Taste as you go, and jot down...Read More

Before “Ranch” dressing, there was Green Goddess dressing, served originally at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco in the 1920s. This herbal vintage dressing has made a modern comeback on menus in finer restaurants. Some newer versions use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream — feel free to experiment. But, don’t leave out the...Read More