The Lavender Companion - by Terry Barlin Vesci & Jessica Dunham (Hardcover)

About the Book

"This celebration of the beloved herb, written by an acclaimed lavender farmer and cooking instructor, is brimming over with inspiration and ideas for bringing the fragrance and flavor of lavender into daily life. The book profiles the most popular lavender varieties and their recommended uses, along with the history, lore, and traditional medicinal uses. More than 40 recipes showcase lavender in delicious dishes from the kitchen as well homemade craft and body products"--

Book Synopsis

A celebration of lavender featuring stunning photographs; favorite recipes for the kitchen, pantry, and body care products; along with fascinating lore and gardening guidance from a destination lavender farm.

Lavender has long been a favorite herb with its amazing, resinous fragrance; calming qualities; and unique flavor for seasoning food. This lavishly photographed celebration of the beloved herb, written by an acclaimed lavender farmer and cooking instructor, is brimming over with inspiration and ideas for bringing the fragrance and flavor of lavender into daily life. The book profiles the most popular lavender varieties and their recommended uses, along with the history, lore, and traditional medicinal uses. More than 40 recipes showcase lavender in delicious dishes from the kitchen as well homemade craft and body products. Tips for success with lavender in the garden complete this perfect gift for every lavender lover.

Review Quotes

"Gives lavender lovers a great starting point to selecting, growing, and using this popular herb."--The American Gardener

"Providing over 40 recipes with accompanying gorgeous photographs, this is a valuable addition to collections."--Library Journal, starred review

"A key to unlock the lavender pantry."--Chris Bianco, James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur

"Terry Vesci has truly captured the essence of lavender."--Christine Teeple, founding member of the US Lavender Growers Association and co-owner of Red Rock Lavender Farm

"This book invites us into communion with one herb that offers us profound healing."--Brittany Wood Nickerson, author of Recipes from the Herbalist's Kitchen

About the Author

Terry Vesci is the co-owner of Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm in Pine, Arizona, which welcomes 60,000-100,000 visitors each year, includes a successful online business, and has been named one of the best places to see lavender in the world. Vesci leads the Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm Cooking and Baking School (sponsored by Bob's Red Mill), where she teaches hands-on classes about cooking with lavender.
Jessica Dunham is a professional writer and Emmy-winning producer. Her work has been featured in Moon Travel Guides, Runner's World, PHOENIX Magazine, Phoenix New Times, Modern Luxury, The Oprah Magazine, Midwest Living, Gestalten's The Great American Road Trip and The Parklands series, VisitArizona.com, VisitPhoenix.com, and Columbia Journalism Review.