Possible Clues:

• Herb (laurel)
• Flavor enhancer
• Stew seasoner
• Part of Laurel and Hardy not hard to find in a fable that's silly
• Recess with table extension may add to enjoyment of meal
• Dried bouquet garni item
• Laurel Page backs a horse
• Laurel used as herb
• Part of laurel tree used as a flavouring agent in cooking
• Stall on meadow with fine cooking ingredient