Sage

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Scientific Name Salvia officinalis L. Family Mint family (Lamiaceae) Other Names True sage, garden sage, kitchen sage Origin Northeastern Mediterranean region

Slightly resinous in flavor with a delicious aromatic note, it’s impossible to imagine Mediterranean cuisine without sage. Even back in ancient Roman times, sage was hugely popular. Its botanical name, “Salvia officinalis”, comes from the Latin word for save or heal (“salvere”) and refers to the favorable characteristics ascribed to this herb. Among the many species of sage, there are two in particular that are often used in the kitchen: the exceptionally high-quality Dalmatian sage and the less commonly available Greek sage. The leaves are predominantly used as an herb, though the stems are also occasionally used.