Welcome to the captivating realm of foraging amidst the pristine landscapes of England’s Lake District, yes today we’re foraging in the Lake District! Enveloped by nature’s serenity, this picturesque region not only dazzles the eye but also harbours an array of edible plants and wildlife waiting to be discovered. In…
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Through this piece we’re going to take a look at Where to forage porcini mushrooms. They can be found growing with Birch, Beech, Oak, Pine, Spruce and Fir, (for the doubters of this out there, my friend found a lovely haul in a predominantly Fir woodland last August after the…
Traditionally the first of August marks Lammas day which signals the start of the harvest season which is perfect for foraging in August. The Anglo-Saxon name for August was Vueod-Monath which means weed month, as this is the time when they grow most abundantly, making it a particularly good month…
Porcini / Summer / Autumn / Edible Porcini is often known as the king bolete and it truly is the king of mushrooms with a great flavour. Scientific Name: Boletus edulis Family: Boletaceae Also known as: Cep, Penny Bun, king mushroom Habitat: The temperate woodlands across Europe, including Britain, from…
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…
Orange Birch Bolete / Summer / Autumn / Edible The Orange Birch Bolete is a tasty Bolete with a bright cap and dirty looking stipe, this like many other edible boletes are very tasty. Scientific Name Leccinium Versipellis Family Leccinium Habitat Common in temperate areas of Europe, Asia and the…
This Wild Mushroom risotto recipe is full flavoured, creamy and delicious. The best thing about this recipe is that you can add whatever wild mushrooms you find to flavour it. Wild mushrooms will add the most amazing, deep and flavoursome sauce to this recipe. This dish will reflect the place…