We humans have been foraging and eating wild foraged foods for thousands of years, but in today’s world these precious skills are close to being lost. Our ancestors fully relied on the many species around them for their survival and wellbeing. They had a very strong connection to their surroundings, and a vast knowledge base about all the edible species; where and when to find them, and what the best ways were to harvest, process, and store them. Our ancestors passed this important knowledge on from one generation to the next. In this age of quick meals and processed foods, many of us have lost our connection to where the food we eat comes from, and how we can have  healthy and respectful relationships with the beings that give us life. Foraging offers you an enjoyable and adventurous way to reconnect to these ancestral roots and nature.

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So, let’s go explore the woods, fields, and abandoned plots, and find special plant and mushroom species that are delicious, nourish your body, and are medicinal.

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Working with foods found in nature also is a fantastic way to reconnect with the rhythm of the seasons. In the springtime, you can learn about harvesting wild plants like Violets, Nettle, and Dandelions, while in the summer you can get to know White Clover, Yarrow, and Elderflowers. In the fall you can gather Acorns and Beech nuts, and find Chanterelles, Oysters, and many other wild mushroom species. In most places, even in winter when temperatures drop low, wild edibles can still be found. You will encounter mushrooms like Red Belted Conks and Jelly Ears, and can learn how to dig up the roots of wild plants like Burdock and Bull Thistle. 

Let the adventure of wild foods begin! All recipes are vegan, made with whole food ingredients, and almost always gluten-free.

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