Lurid Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the delectable flavors of the Lurid Bolete (Suillellus luridus). In this daring exploration of wild mushrooms, we uncover the culinary wonders of this remarkable fungus. With its striking appearance, featuring vibrant orange-yellow caps and…
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False Saffron Milkcap / Summer / Autumn / Edible The False Saffron Milkcap Mushroom is the one thing that is often confused with the Saffron Milkcap Mushroom, not to worry though, they’re both edible 🙂 Scientific Name Lactarius Deterrimus Common name False saffron milkcap, Orange milkcap Family Russulaceae Habitat Found…
Honey Fungus / Autumn / Edible Welcome to a world of sweet culinary delights as we celebrate the flavoursome treasures of the Honey Fungus (Armillaria mellea). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets nature’s abundance. With its distinct honey-coloured caps and interconnected clusters, the Honey Fungus stands as…
Hedgehog Mushroom / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to a world of culinary delight as we embark on a journey to discover the flavorsome treasures of the Hedgehog Mushroom (Hydnum repandum). Join us on this adventure where gastronomy meets nature’s bounty. With its distinct spiky underside and earthy…
Velvet Shank / Winter / Edible Common Names Velvet Shank, Enoki Scientific Name Flammulina Velutipes Family Physalacriaceae Habitat Common throughout Britain and Ireland, Europe, Asia, North Africa and North America Occurs on logs and stumps of hardwood trees and diseased trees Description This gorgeous mushroom is a wild variety of…
Grey Oyster / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Welcome to a world of culinary delight as we explore the savoury pleasures of the Grey Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets satisfaction. With its delicate, fan-shaped caps and earthy aroma, the…
Fairy Ring Champignon / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Edible Enter a world of enchantment as we embark on a culinary journey to discover the delightful Fairy Ring Champignon mushrooms (Marasmius oreades). Join us as we unravel the secrets of these edible treasures, renowned for their delicate flavor and…
Beefsteak Fungus / Summer / Autumn / Edible Prepare to indulge in a culinary adventure like no other as we uncover the delectable wonders of the Beefsteak Fungus, scientifically known as Fistulina Hepatica. In this blog post, we embark on a flavorful journey, celebrating the meaty textures and savory flavors…
Chanterelle / Summer / Autumn / Edible Chanterelle Mushrooms are a delicious mushroom, much in demand from chefs worldwide, most often found growing with beech or birch. They’re a vibrant orange colour and have the most beautiful faint apricot scent when collected in large enough quantities. The fresh flavour of…
Dark Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to our captivating blog post, where we embark on a journey into the intriguing world of the Dark Bolete (Boletus aereus). Hidden beneath the forest canopy, this enigmatic fungus possesses a mystique that has captivated foragers and culinary enthusiasts alike. Join…