For all you busy people out there, freeze your fresh herbs in olive oil using ice cube trays!  This is such a great method for preserving leftover culinary herbs before they spoil in your fridge, and it also means that you always have herbs on hand for last minute cooking! The oil also allows you to put it directly into a pan for sautéing.

Fennel comes from the same family of plants as Parsley, Dill, Celery and Coriander. It is also a relative of Anise (Liqorice) and is very similar in aroma and appearance. 

Fennel contains many great health-promoting antioxidants and a unique phytonutrient called Anethole that acts as an anti-inflammatory. It is a good source of Vitamin C and can be enjoyed raw or cooked. 
Try this great 'Pomegranate and Fennel' salad:
http://www.glowpeople.com/5/post/2013/05/pomegranate-and-fennel-salad.html