hint of mint

Don't wait till after dinner! Enliven your meals now with this bright, refreshing herb By Neil Zevnik

According to Greek mythology, the origins of the mint plant are to be found in a tale of lust, betrayal, and spite that rivals any prime-time reality show. We are told that I lades, god of the Underworld, cast his wandering eye upon a particularly tasty little nymph by the name of Mintile. Uades's wife, Persephone, was understandably put out, and in a fit of anger punished Minthe by turning her into a plant that would be trod upon by anyone strolling by. I lades was unable to undo his wife's spell, but he softened the blow by giving Minthe a sweet and soothing scent. Doubtful she …