Piperna

Piperna is a unique type of wild thyme from the Italian island of Ischia (near Naples). It grows abundantly in the fertile volcanic soil and holds immense cultural significance for the locals. It can be found in local markets and specialty food stores, and the island's restaurants and agriturismos incorporate piperna into their dishes, thus ensuring that visitors can savor the authentic flavors of Ischian cuisine.

It is commonly used in salads, pasta sauces, and meat marinades but is also the main ingredient in an eponymous local bitter.