Yes, English lavender and culinary lavender are the same species of lavender and can be used interchangeably in cooking and baking. English lavender is a popular variety of lavender used for culinary purposes because it has a sweet, floral flavour that works well in baking; such as cookies, cakes, and ice cream. However, it's important to make sure that the lavender you are using is specifically labeled as culinary lavender and is free of any pesticides or other harmful chemicals.