Food

Lavender isn’t just for spring—it’s an evergreen herb that brings year-round beauty and flavour to your kitchen. This no-cook fudge recipe is a great example of its diversity. Lavender is gently infused throughout, giving it a kiss of floral flavour. To solidify its standing as a main ingredient, lavender can also be used as a garnish. Lavender contains the compound linalool, which has been shown to help reduce anxiety and promote relaxation, so this fudge might just boost your mood ― and your dessert game.

This woodsy, one-pan meal feels like something you’d cook over an open fire—but comes together easily on the stovetop. The pine needles infuse the fish with a gentle, woodsy aroma, balanced by buttery potatoes, tender kale, and a bright, winey broth. If pine boughs aren’t within reach, feel free to substitute a mixture of other evergreen herbs as the base of this dish.

This play on a comforting bowl of chicken soup is the ultimate cold weather comfort dish. Sage stars in this dish, speckling fluffy dumplings that add a textural contrast to the aromatic broth. Most sage found in grocery stores is classified as Common Sage, though there are many varieties, both edible and ornamental. Sage’s ability to stay green year-round is thanks to its aromatic oils and the tiny hairs on its leaves, which minimize water loss and allow the plant to endure wintery weather.

Fresh, fragrant, and ready all year long to elevate even the simplest dish, thyme is always in season. In this creamy, lemony pasta, thyme adds a subtle earthiness that brightens the rich sauce and brings balance to every bite. There’s also a secret ingredient that adds a silky richness to the sauce without the need for vegan cream or butter―corn!