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While basil is a summer herb, I recently tried a delicious basil tea that reminded me of how much I love it and yearn for summer produce. While it originated in India, Africa, and Asia, it's now grown worldwide. Genovese Basil might be one of the best varieties out of the 150, because it yields about 8 cuttings and makes the best pesto.
While in Cinque Terre, I visited a small pesto factory outside the village of Riomaggiore. I'll never forget the gorgeous cliffs covered in bright green basil and the beautiful enchanting aroma of basil emanating from a red bucket in the pesto factory. If indeed basil activates romance, then this Valentine's Day, find a way to incorporate it into your meal.
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2-23-2009 @11:24PM Juanita M. Hill said... When i frist open the bottle i loved it and i want some more of it.I have been trying to fine it. I sure could use 24 bottles.
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2-09-2009 @4:15AM Julie said... The smell of basil alone could cure many of the ills in this world with just one sniff, it is pure heaven.
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2-09-2009 @12:03PM doodoolemonque said... Is there any place in the world offering a more dramatic sight than Cinque Terre. After hiking the coast for a challenging several hours, coming around a bend and seeing Vernazza was an image I'll never forget. For those of you planning a trip to Italy and who are unfamiliar with the national park that is comprised of these 5 stunning towns, do yourselves a favor and figure out how to incorporate it. Trains service each town, so the hike is optional. And or course, while there, you can buy your pesto.
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