The rowan, also known as the mountain-ash tree (specifically, the Sorbus aucuparia, Sorbus torminalis and Sorbus domestica species), produces the most wonderful red berries during September and October. They’re unbelievably red. The tree grows in many places in the cooler climes of the Northern Hemisphere. It’s a favourite of birds and foragers in Britain…
Foraging
Adventures in Foraging: Chicken of the Woods Mushroom
Chicken of the Woods mushrooms are gloriously spectacular looking and probably the most delicious mushroom I’ve ever tasted. I suspect that even mushroom-skeptics would enjoy these. They glow bright orange and yellow and grow on the side of trees. Many of us are intrigued by the idea of foraging, but are reluctant to pick mushrooms…
Adventures in Foraging: Wild Garlic Risotto
Wild garlic, or ramsons or bear garlic or bear onion, grows in the woodlands in Europe and has a distinctive garlicky scent. It’s pretty wonderful to come upon it while out for a walk… you will smell it before you see it! Just be warned that the scent will make you very hungry. Be sure to read up…
Combo: Adventures in Foraging and A Fail! Gorse Flowers
Gorse, a subfamily of peas, is a green shrub that is currently in full yellow bloom in the Highlands, Scotland. It grows all over and it is relatively invasive. Nevertheless, the yellow blooms are lovely. I recently learned from the lovely and talented Elizabeth at The Wee Croft Shop, that gorse flowers are edible (breads, cakes,…
