Common Oregano | Origanum vulgare

🌱 Overview:
Oregano is a hardy, sun-loving herb with tiny green leaves that pack a surprisingly bold, earthy flavor. A beloved staple of Mediterranean kitchens, it brings warmth and depth to countless savory dishes.

🍽 Uses:
Sprinkle dried oregano into sauces, stews, or atop roasted vegetables. Blend it into seasoning mixes, or use to crown flatbreads and pizzas with a rustic herbal touch.

✨ Lore & Myth:
In ancient Greece, oregano was believed to have been created by the goddess Aphrodite as a symbol of joy. Brides and grooms wore wreaths of oregano to bless their union with happiness, and some old folk traditions held that planting oregano around the home would protect against sorrow.

🌍 Origin & Sourcing:
Our oregano leaves are carefully harvested from sun-soaked fields in Mexico, where the herb thrives in rocky, mineral-rich soil that concentrates its robust flavor.

🧭 Notes:
Warm, slightly peppery, with hints of hay and camphor. An essential companion to tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil.