For the ancient Greeks and Romans, marjoram was a symbol of love and happiness. Marjoram has a long history of being used in love spells. Some believe that, if a young woman places marjoram under her pillow while she sleeps, her future spouse will be revealed to her in a dream. Today, marjoram is considered essential for Italian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Marjoram is a very easy herb to cook with because of its mild flavor. Cooking enthusiasts have even coined the phrase, “when in doubt, use marjoram”.