MACELA – The Madeiran favourite chamomile
If you go for a stroll around the streets of Funchal, something very peculiar will catch your attention: in the streets near the market a...
Esmeralda's Herb Garden
Herbs produce a diversity of chemicals as a safeguard to protect them against all kinds of adverse situations, including extreme temperatures, diseases and predators. Herb oils disturb digestion in animals discouraging them from grazing their leaves. However, humans found out that, in small amounts, used as seasoning, herbs not only improve the taste of a meal but also help digestion. Choosing the right seasoning is the first step for healing.