Definition: This hard-to-find item is a reputedly tonic tea for many complaints. I love to find it growing wild on the hillsides of Crete, but if you can't make pick your own, keep an eye out for it in cellophane packages.
At tourist shops it's expensive; look for it in crammed little markets instead. It has a pleasant flavor and an aroma that will remind you of the wild Greek hillsides. Break a few sticks into 8 oz of water, bring to a boil and then simmer until it is a honey-gold color. Drink plain or with honey.
Also Known As: sideritis or tilio
Common Misspellings: Sometimes called tilia, but that is a different plant.
