Category: foraging
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HAWTHORN LEAF Pesto Swirls with Hot Tomato Sauce
https://wordpress.com/reader/blogs/107544452/posts/11921 Another eye-catching recipe from the Hedgewitch Adventures – I’m going to keep an eye out for some hawthorn and give it a go!
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Things To Forage In August
August marks the beginning of the mushroom season! It’s not fully in swing at this point, but certain shrooms will be making an appearance at this point, particularly ones that are great for beginners to study. The main one that I recommend is Chicken Of The Woods. You’ll see it growing on the side of…
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The Rules of Foraging
Foraging is all about sustainability. It’s important to harvest away from other people where you can, and to only gather what you need. Greed can lead to waste on your part, and starvation for animals. Similarly, it’s important to be aware of how endangered a species is in the country you find yourself in. Lastly,…
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Things To Forage In July
July is an interesting month; a lot of the greens of spring struggle around this time, but you’ve not yet reached the harvest. It’s almost like an empty period. Everything’s hot, people are sleepy, and you’re just enjoying the lazy summer days…or trying to survive the sun! One of the epic things it does have?…
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This Week’s Mushroom: Lactarius
Lactarius mushrooms – aka Milkcaps – are known for the milky substance they exude when damaged. The flavour can vary, being hot, bitter or mild, and, like the Russula mushrooms, it has a granular texture akin to sugar cubes. Ones to avoid: Ones to eat: Given there are over twice as many poisonous ones as…
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Things To Forage In June
There are several key plants to look out for in the gorgeous June sun: I do love elderflowers, and try to make elderflower cordial whenever I can. It’s delicious, light, and makes a lovely refreshing drink without all the unknown additives you get in squash drinks! See my recipe below: Elderflower Cordial Many also make…
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This Week’s Mushroom of Interest: Brittlegills
Brittlegills, or Russulas, are simple-stemmed mushrooms without rings. They tend to have brightly coloured caps, usually red, purple, yellow or green. They’re often convex (curved) when young, and become flat or funnel-shaped as they mature. The flesh tends to be granular, like a lump of sugar. The gills are brittle, hence the name, and are…
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FORAGE Gorse & Jelly Ear, Meet Scarlet Elf Cup
Spring is really kicking off into a higher gear now. Last week I made a video about Foraging & Eating Jelly Ear Mushrooms. These common tree mushrooms have a brilliant texture, but a very mild flavour. Sort this by marinading them or adding them to a rich umami broth! Click the link above to check…
