Through this piece we’re going to be taking a deep dive into one of our absolute favourite autumn treats, Wild Mushroom Pate. So we spend the whole mushroom season hunting and looking for fantastic edible wild mushrooms, sometimes my walk will last 3 hours through the most pristine ancient woodland…
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Giant Puffball / Summer / Autumn / Edible Prepare to be amazed by the culinary marvel of the Giant Puffball (Calvatia gigantea) as we embark on a journey to savour its delectable delights. Join us in celebrating the unique flavours and impressive size of this remarkable mushroom. With its round,…
The Porcini or Cep are a mushroom we’re all always looking for and rarely stumble across (unless you have secret spots). Oddly enough when you do happen to find one, you’ll often find way more than you, or even a group of 5, can eat before they go rotten. Here’s…
This is a really simple recipe that can be done with a range of mushrooms, however, it works really well as a quick pickle for retaining the beautiful colour of the Amethyst Deceiver mushrooms. Click here to read our Amethyst Deceiver foraging guide Method & Recipe Collect some fresh Amethyst…
Ingredients: 250g cup chickpea (gram) flour 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 2 teaspoons lacto-fermented Wild Garlic (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder) 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon sea salt A couple of springs of Wild Marjoram or thyme (or other herbs of choice)  75ml water 1 onion (or 3-4 spring onions),…
Giant or Blackening Polypore / Summer/ Autumn / Edible Step into the realm of awe-inspiring culinary treasures as we embark on an exploration of the edible Giant Polypore Mushroom (Meripilus giganteus). Join us on a journey where gastronomy meets magnificence. With its impressive size and distinctive fan-like structure, the Giant…
Hen of the Woods / Summer / Autumn / Edible Indulge in the delightful flavour of the Hen of the Woods (Grifola frondosa) as we embark on a culinary adventure celebrating this prized mushroom. Join us in savouring the unique delights offered by nature’s bountiful creation. With its striking frilly…
Chicken Of The Woods / Summer / Autumn / Edible Welcome to the fascinating world of the Chicken of the Woods mushroom, a highly sought-after and delectable edible fungus that has captivated foragers and mycophiles alike. This striking mushroom is known for its vibrant colouration and unique texture, which has…
St George’s Mushroom/ Spring / Edible St Georges mushroom is a brilliant edible springtime mushroom, look around St George’s Day after some rain. Common names St. George’s mushroom Scientific name Calocybe gambosa Family Lyophyllaceae Habitat Grassland, the edge of woodland, hedgerows St Georges Foraging Video Description A stout white-capped mushroom,…
Jelly Ear Mushroom / All Year Round / Edible Jelly Ear Mushrooms are a delightful edible mushroom and although they can be found all year, early spring is when they’re most prolific. Scientific Name Auricularia auricula-judae Common names Jelly Ears, Wood Ears Family Auriculariaceae Jelly Ear Mushroom Foraging Video Habitat…