L'Company Due Palmenti it is found at Pedara, country located at slopes of Etna in contrada Due millstones in the heart of Eastern Sicily an area rich in great rural traditions that have been handed down for generations here is where the Sicilian laurel
Sicilian laurel
green hills and theEtna majestic in the background, the climate here is characterized by mild winters and hot, sunny summers. The sandy soil is rich in elements that originate from the lava flows that have alternated over the centuries, a place therefore suited to host a large quantity of native and local crops. Here the habitat is ideal for herbs which grow vigorously and intensely scented as well as rich in aromas and intense and unique flavors.
The company supports asustainable agriculture to low environmental impact with the precise aim of obtaining genuine products that value the typicality of territory and local traditions and at the same time achieve the highest quality standards. Here they grow seasonings and flavourings for all recipes and for all moments of the day. From breakfast products to first courses, second courses and desserts, trying to combine tradition and innovation.
Grown under the Sicilian sun, our herbs they donate fragrances and flavors and release intense odors and aromas, thus making your dishes unique.
Available both in the dispenser format with a double snap-open cap that doses and at the same time preserves freshness, and in the practical freshness-saving zip bag that keeps the aromas unchanged for a long time as if they were just picked.
profile: Sicilian Laurel
Laurus:the name originates from the ancient Celtic language which means “green” due to the evergreen characteristic of the laurel. The adjective nobilis instead indicates nobility, in fact since ancient times the laurel has been used for the creation of crowns and ornaments worn by emperors and leaders. There Laurel crown It is symbolic to represent poets. It is an evergreen plant, with lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It blooms in spring and is widespread in temperate climates. Spontaneous in plains and hills. It is mainly collected in winter, and its leaves are used.
In the kitchen, its use is traditional for roast meats, for the stews they stews. Excellent ones Baked potatoes with bay leaves, soups and of course legumes. It is also used to prepare infusions and herbal teas.
Thanks to his essential oils, laurel is useful in treatment of rheumatism e muscle strains, has relaxing properties and reduces sweating. It is an antiseptic, expectorant, digestive, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory.
