Whether you're enjoying a drink on the patio or hosting a garden party, these creative flower and herb garnishes are sure to ...

Use as a seasoning Tarragon makes a wonderful herb crust on grilled meat or a colorful, flavorful garnish atop roasted veggies. Some adore it in eggs, and it lends depth to vinaigrettes and dressings.

Instead, use chives in garnishes, salads, egg mayonnaise sandwiches, vegetable stocks, soups, creamy sauces, potato dishes and omelettes, adding the herb to the dish just before serving.

Add the diced clam and return to shells – place on heat for 1 minute. Garnish with sea herbs ( sea lettuce and fresh shredded dulse). Serve on a bowl filled with sea-salt.