copy of Sicilian Rosemary

The Azienda Due Palmenti is located in Pedara, a town situated on the slopes of Etna in the Due Palmenti district in the heart of eastern Sicily, an area rich in great rural traditions handed down through generations, and this is where Sicilian Rosemary is produced Sicilian Rosemary 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 followed one another over the centuries, making this a place 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 typical character of the territory and local traditions while at the same time achieving the highest quality standards. Here, dressings and herbs are grown for every recipe and 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 truly unique. Available both in the dispenser format with a double-opening snap cap that measures out the product while preserving its freshness, and in the practical freshness-preserving zip bag that keeps the aromas unchanged for a long time, just as freshly picked.

Product sheet: Sicilian Rosemary

The name comes from the union of two Greek words, "rops", meaning shrub, and "myrinos", meaning fragrant. The etymology could also refer to the Latin "ros marinus", sea dew, or to "rosa maris", rose of the sea, a name that referred to its growing wild along the coasts. It appears as a shrub with numerous narrow, elongated leaves and clusters of small violet flowers. It is a typical plant of the Mediterranean region, with an ideal habitat of sandy, arid soil, typically found in coastal areas. It is harvested from spring through autumn In the kitchen it is extremely versatile, used in the preparation of focaccia, oven-baked and grilled meats and fish, roast potatoes, oven-baked vegetables, and to make excellent marinades. Also used to flavour legumes and soups. It is used for the extraction of its essential oils, pinene, camphene and limonene. Rosemary has been known since ancient times for its beneficial effects on human health; numerous medicinal properties are in fact attributed to it, including: analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, expectorant, and antidepressant properties; it stimulates the appetite, aids digestion, and strengthens the heart muscle and circulation.