Organic Bay Leaves - crumbled Bay leaves are one of the oldest known and used herbs. It is found in almost all Mediterranean climates of the world, but the best quality leaves come from Turkey and California. Greenish in colour, laurel has a distinctive aroma and is excellent in soups, potato, egg, bean, fish and tomato dishes, stews and sauces. It is an indispensable spice for cooking and frying marinated fish, stewed red meats, sausages and game dishes.