OREGANO

Oregano comes from the Greek word meaning “mountain joy” and was revered as a symbol of happiness by the ancient Greeks and Romans. It has long been known for its powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antifungal effects. The ancient Greeks used it to treat sores and aching muscles. As an herb, oregano’s robust scent and flavour is much at home in Mediterranean cuisine. You’ll often find it used in its dried form, sprinkled on pizzas or added to Greek Salads, thought we prefer to use the fresh version in our sauces!

According to Greek Mythology, Aristotle reported that tortoises, after swallowing a snake, would immediately eat oregano to prevent death giving rise to the belief that oregano was an antidote to poison!