If you’re looking to create a dish that combines earthy, umami-rich flavours with a touch of foraged goodness, this recipe is perfect for you. Featuring Jelly Ear mushrooms soaked in soy sauce and paired with fluffy rice and tender Hogweed, it’s a simple yet elegant dish that showcases the…
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Say hello to a wild twist on traditional kimchi—Hogweed kimchi! This recipe takes young Hogweed shoots and turns them into a tangy, spicy, and deeply flavourful ferment. It’s all about blending bold Korean flavours with the earthy charm of foraged ingredients. Perfect for adventurous eaters and fermentation fans, this kimchi…
Bilberries don’t hang around for long, so when you find a patch, it’s worth picking a few extra for something special. This bilberry whiskey is simple to make, keeps well, and tastes even better when shared after a day outdoors. It’s strong, a little sweet, and full of wild flavour—a…
A creamy, floral celebration of wild summer ingredients — no oven required. This cheesecake is bursting with Bilberries and delicately scented with Meadowsweet, a hedgerow flower known for its sweet, almond-vanilla aroma. It’s perfect for a summer gathering, whether you’re indoors or eating with muddy boots on a tree stump.…
How to harvest and process wild roses The country side of the UK is abundant wild roses, 13 native and 9 introduced according to BSBI, many of them hybridising and with very similar appearance. Two of the most common are: Dog rose Rosa Canina add link to id guide Japanese…
These Elderflower ice lollies are summer on a stick—light, floral, and almost too easy to make. They’re the kind of thing that makes you feel like a forager even if all you did was wander into the kitchen. Elderflower cordial does all the heavy lifting, paired with zingy lemon…
This Elderflower & Sea Salt Ice Cream is one of those dreamy summer recipes that feels a bit fancy but is actually super simple to make. The Elderflower brings a gentle floral sweetness, while the sea salt gives just the right kick to stop it from being too delicate. It’s…
This Elderflower kombucha is light, floral, and naturally fizzy—simple to make and seriously refreshing. The Elderflower adds a subtle sweetness that works perfectly with the tang of the fermented tea. It’s a great one to have in the fridge for warm days, and a nice alternative to sugary drinks or…
This Elder and Orchard creation is the kind of drink that tastes like summer got lost in the woods—and came back with rum. With apple juice, Elderflower, a squeeze of citrus, and a fizzy top-up of cloudy lemonade, it’s fresh, fruity, and ridiculously easy to throw together. No fancy kit,…
Looking for a way to make the most of Samphire beyond the usual lemon-and-fish combo? This vibrant and unexpected dish pairs the sea-salty crunch of Samphire with the sweet brightness of orange and the earthy depth of toasted hazelnuts. With just a handful of ingredients, it delivers bold flavour and…