Herbes de Provence is not the same as Italian seasoning. If you're considering whether to use herbes de Provence vs. Italian seasoning, keep in mind that although they share many of the same herbs, herbs de Provence typically has a more floral aroma, due to the inclusion of lavender. Italian seasoning usually includes basil which you normally don't find in herbes de Provence. Interestingly, you probably wouldn't use Italian seasoning if you lived in Italy. It's an American creation, a convenience when making Italian-style recipes. And although the herbs in herbes de Provence have been used in French cooking for centuries, the actual blend wasn't recorded until the 1970s and is mostly produced in other countries.