Angel Wings / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Toxic Enter a world of wonder and caution as we delve into the fascinating realm of Angel Wings mushrooms (scientifically known as Pleurocybella porrigens). In this blog post, we embark on a journey to explore the delicate allure and potential dangers…
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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 Scientific Name Marasmius oreades Common Names Fairy Ring mushroom, Elf rings. Family Marasmiaceae Habitat In grassy areas such as meadows, lawns, occasionally in sand dunes and woodland edges. Description A small but delicious tasting mushroom that usually appears in…
Deadly Fibrecap / Spring / Toxic Caution: This blog post delves into the realm of danger and toxicity. Today, we shed light on the notorious Deadly Fibrecaps (Inocybe erubescens), a mushroom that harbours a sinister secret. While the world of fungi often delights with its culinary treasures, it also hides…
This is a brilliant generic wild mushroom stuffing recipe that can be served as an accompaniment to many dishes or stuffed into meats for roasting, as well as inside entire root vegetables like butternut squash. Â Shop bought mushrooms can be used of course but a wild mixed mushroom mix should…
This Wild Mushroom Soup Recipe is a true winter warmer, with the deep earthy flavours provided by our hand foraged wild mushrooms. I often heat this up in the morning and pop in a flask for me to enjoy when I find a good spot to sit whilst out on…
Botanical Name Fraxinus excelsior Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order – Lamiales Family – Oleaceae Physical Characteristics Stems Light grey bark, that fissures with age, the stems are smooth with distinctive black buds, which are arranged in opposite pairs.  Leaves Large compound leaves, up to 40 cm long, are…
Horseradish / All Year / Edible Common Names Horseradish, Wild Horseradish Botanical Name Armoracia Rusticana Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order –Brassicales Family – Brassicaceae Physical Characteristics for Horseradish Wild Horseradish looks most similar to dock and the easiest time of the year to identify between the two is in…
Dog’s Mercury / Spring / Summer / Toxic Common Names Dog’s Mercury, Dog’s Cole Botanical Name Mercurialis Perennis Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order –Malpighiales Family – Euphorbiaceae Physical Characteristics for Dog’s Mercury Leaves Green, single leaves, lanceolate in shape which are serrated. Flowers Male flowers grow up a…
Beech Tree / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Edible Through this guide we’re going to take a look at how to Identify The Beech Tree. As I walk through the dense woodland, my senses come alive with the earthy aroma of fallen leaves and the delicate rustling of branches…