Saffron Milkcap/Summer/Autumn/ Edible The Saffron Milkcap mushroom is one of the most exciting wild mushrooms to forage, when damaged it produces a vibrant orange latex-like liquid and is a great edible. Common Names Saffron milk cap, delicious milk cap, red pine mushroom Scientific Name  Lactarius deliciosus Family Russulaceae Habitat Grows…
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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…
Honesty / Spring / Summer / Autumn / Edible Common Names The Honesty plant, Annual Honesty, Money Plant. Botanical Name Lunaria Annua Scientific Classification Kingdom – Plantae Order – Brassicales Family – Brassicaceae Physical Characteristics for Honesty A naturalised, annual/biennial, flowering plant. Leaves Large, oval, hairy leaves, lobed with a…
Hedgehog Mushroom / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to a world of culinary delight as we embark on a journey to discover the flavoursome 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…
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…
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…
Sulphur Tuft / Summer / Autumn / Winter / Toxic Common names Sulphur Tuft Scientific name Hypholoma fasciculare Family Strophariaceae Habitat Common throughout Britain and Ireland, Europe, North America. Occurs on logs and stumps of most trees, occasionally on the ground on a buried log. Description Identifying features: is a…