Through this post we’re going to look at a secret trick to making Almost Instant Elderflower Gin. In the past, when I’ve asked more experienced foragers than myself how they make alcoholic infusions and fermentations, I have been a little irritated when they’ve said, “well, I just make it up…
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Lichens are fascinating symbiotic associations between a fungus (mycobiont) and a green alga or cyanobacterium (photobiont). Through this blog post we’re going to be looking at lichens as food. This relationship can range from mutualism to controlled parasitism. Although the Fungal element of the Lichen does no obvious harm to…
Are you ready for an adventure Foraging Mushrooms? Imagine wandering through lush forests, eyes keenly scanning the forest floor for nature’s hidden treasures. Mushroom foraging is not only a thrilling hobby but also a way to connect with nature and discover the bounties it has to offer. In this comprehensive…
Alternate-leaved Saxifrage / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible There are a couple of types of Saxifrage, they all tend to grow in woodlands and provide good foraging through all seasons. Typically slightly dry but a nice addition to most dishes. Common Names Alternate-leaved Saxifrage Botanical Name…
Foraging in September is brilliant, September marks the end of summer and the beginning of autumn, it’s the month for berries, nuts and seeds. The wetter weather also marks the beginning of ‘mushroom season’ and you’ll see fungi springing up almost everywhere you look. So what can you forage in…
White Melilot / Spring / Summer / Edible White Melilot can often be found growing on disturbed ground and can have a flavour somewhere between peas and vanilla. Common Names Sweet Clover, Hart’s Tree, Kings Clover, Lucerne. Botanical Name Melilotus albus Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order – Fabales Family…
 Deceivers / Summer / Autumn / Edible Deceivers, as their name describes, are an edible wild mushroom which grows with variations that can make it a little deceiving, sometimes it has a wavy cap edge, sometimes not, sometimes straight stems sometimes not, sometimes bright orange sometimes almost grey. Scientific Name…
Bladder Campion / Summer / Autumn / Edible Young leaves of Bladder Campion have a sweet flavour like a combination of honey and peas. Use in salads, blanch or steam or stir fry briefly.  Common Names Bladder Campion, Maidenstears Botanical Name Silene vulgaris Scientific Clasification Kingdom – Plantae Order –…
Dryads Saddle / Summer / Autumn / Edible Step into the enchanting realm of the forest, where the magnificent Dryad’s Saddle (Cerioporus squamosus) awaits to captivate your senses. Join us on a journey of culinary exploration as we unravel the delights of this edible mushroom. With its large, saucer-shaped cap…
Curry Milkcap / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Edible Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing adventure as we delve into the world of the Curry Milkcap, scientifically known as Lactarius camphoratus. In this blog post, we invite you to discover the captivating flavors and aromatic wonders offered by…