Coastal chives (Allium schoenoprasum)

Other names: chives, chives, chives

Coastal chives (Allium schoenoprasum) is one of the favourite herbs used in many cuisines around the world, also known by other names such as chives, chives or chives. This plant is native to Europe and Asia, but is now cultivated in various places around the world. It has a mild onion-like and garlicky aroma that goes well with many dishes.

Chives are mainly used fresh in many types of food and drinks. It is an essential ingredient in French herb butter and various dips. This herb is also popular in confectionery, where it is used to garnish pastries or even as a component of some savoury cakes. Another popular use of chives is in salads or as a garnish on sandwiches. In recent years, chives have also increasingly appeared in drinks, for example in cocktails, where they add a subtle onion and garlic flavour. Among other things, chives are also used in cosmetics, particularly in lotions and creams, where they have a regenerative and anti-inflammatory function.