This recipe was inspired by a stunning book called The Lavender Garden (Chronicle Books, 1998) by Robert Kourik, which gives lore and growing information for all types of lavender suitable for home gardens like my own. Lavender, which grows as a shrub, has long been used for culinary purposes. If you think this odd, remember that lavender is a member of the mint family and is the dominant flavor in the combination herbes de Provenc
