Sicilian Bay Leaf

The Due Palmenti Company is located in Pedara, a town situated on the slopes of Mount Etna in the Due Palmenti district in the heart of eastern Sicily, a territory rich in great rural traditions handed down for generations, and this is where Sicilian Bay Leaf is produced Sicilian Bay Leaf green hills and majestic Etna in the background, the climate here is characterised by mild winters and hot, sunny summers. The sandy soil is rich in elements originating from the lava flows that have occurred over the centuries, a place therefore well suited to hosting a great variety of native and local crops. Here the habitat is ideal for aromatic herbs which grow vigorous and intensely fragrant, as well as rich in aromas and intense, unique flavours. The Company supports sustainable agriculture with a low environmental impact, with the precise goal of obtaining genuine products that showcase the local specialities and traditions, while also achieving the highest quality standards. Here, seasonings and aromatic herbs are grown for all recipes and for every moment of the day. From breakfast products to first courses, main courses and desserts, always seeking to combine tradition and innovation. Grown under the Sicilian sun, our aromatic herbs give fragrance and flavour and release intense scents and aromas, making your dishes unique. Available both in a dispenser format with a double snap-open cap that dispenses the right amount while preserving freshness, and in a handy freshness-lock zip bag that keeps the aromas unchanged for a long time, as if just picked.

fact sheet: Sicilian Bay Leaf

Laurus: the name comes from the ancient Celtic language and means âgreenâ, due to the evergreen nature of the bay laurel. The adjective nobilis, on the other hand, indicates nobility; indeed, since ancient times bay laurel has been used to create crowns and ornaments worn by emperors and military leaders. The laurel wreath is symbolic, representing poets. It is an evergreen plant, with lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It blooms in spring and thrives in temperate climates. It grows wild in plains and hills. It is mainly harvested in winter, and its leaves are used. In cooking, it is traditionally used for roasted meats, stews and casseroles. Oven-roasted potatoes with bay leaf are excellent, as are soups and, of course, legumes. It is also used to prepare infusions and herbal teas. Thanks to its essential oils, bay laurel is useful for treating rheumatism and muscle strains, has relaxing properties and reduces sweating. It is an antiseptic, expectorant, digestive, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory.