My Top 3 Foraging Tips
Edible Wild Plants Well, hello spring! Now that she’s undeniably raised her head, we find ourselves in the enviable position of having a plethora of plants, from which we can forage. But, are you aware there are rules for foraging? And do you know what you should be looking for, or taking into consideration before Continue Reading
Forage, Feast & Enjoy: Menu 5 of Forage N Feast
Welcome to menu 5 of my Forage n Feast recipes. I’ve stepped things up a bit this week with my main course, however, I’m hoping you don’t find it too intimidating. Just take it one step at a time, and I’d also recommend you make what you can a day in advance. Forage, Hunt or Continue Reading
Foraging Fun: Why You Need To Get Involved
Foraging Fun Welcome to my blog, and in case you didn’t know, this site is aimed at the “beginner” forager or hobbyist. You know, people who want to occasionally dip their toe into the world of foraging. Who, every now and then, want to get out into the fresh air and frolic with nature for Continue Reading
My First Blog – By Caber
Welcome to my first blog post. I’m still learning, so I’m going to take things easy. You’ll find that’s a good mantra for me, you should bear it in mind. I find the ‘taking things easy’ part a great excuse for me to take a somewhat, more relaxed approach to life. So, what can I Continue Reading
Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipe
Sesame & Gorse Flower Heart Cookies In keeping with the rest of my valentine’s day menu, I’ve kept the dessert healthy and also managed to squeeze in a foraged item (gorse flowers)! So, without further ado, welcome to valentine’s day dessert. You’ve made it to the final course! Staying within the menu theme, this recipe Continue Reading
My Love of Foraging…
I’m aware that I haven’t really introduced myself properly to you, so hopefully this post will give you a better insight into my love of foraging. To be honest, my interest in foraging has been a bit of a slow burner, at least until the last five years or so. Although, in truth that burn Continue Reading
Happy New Year 2019!
Wrapping Up 2018 Happy new year everyone! My favourite way to bring in the new foraging year is to wave a fond farewell to the previous one. I do this by literally wrapping up everything I have left from that year’s foraging exploits. I make up a Christmas hamper of foraged goodies and gift them Continue Reading
Caber’s River Dance – It’s A Dogs Life
Welcome to our first ever rendition of Caber’s River Dance – It’s A Dogs Life. Rabbit Poo Anyone? As it was such a lovely day on Monday, I decided to go for a long walk with Caber, and after lunch the two of us set off. He was in his element nosing around all the Continue Reading
Birch Polypore – The Secret Life of A Mushroom
The Birch Polypore Welcome to the Secret Life of a Mushroom. In this case, said mushroom is the wonderful Birch Polypore. It also goes by the nickname of Razor Strop. Why Razor Strop you may well ask? Well, that’s because, once upon a time, hunters would use them for sharpening their knives or razors. While out and Continue Reading
