Lovage is a garden herb which is also known as Maggi. This herb originates from the southern region of Europe. The Romans took along lovage on their conquests through Europe. Due to this, lovage is well known through Europe and North-America.
Ruccola is mainly used for flavouring salads and lettuce, but it can also be stewed. The seeds can be eaten with bread. Ruccola has a walnut-like taste, sometimes a little bitter, and containts much vitamin C. The usage of this herb salads and lettuce is a typical Toscan thing.