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    foraging - fungi

    List of Edible Mushrooms with Pictures: 14 Wild Gems

    April 18, 2025 - By 

    Ever walked past a mushroom and wondered, Can I eat that? This list of edible mushrooms with pictures will help you learn to recognise 14 beginner-friendly mushrooms you can forage in the UK. They’re all common, tasty, and easier to identify than some of the trickier species. These edible wild mushrooms can be roasted, fried, or added to soups and stews—and some are delicious just cooked in butter. We’ll look at what they taste like, where to find them, and how to forage safely. Foraging Safety: Read This First Before you head into the woods or fields, it’s important to…

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    foraging - Plants

    List of Edible Plants with Pictures: 27 Easy Edible Plants

    April 17, 2025 - By 

    Ever wondered if the plants in your garden could double up as dinner? In this list of edible plants with pictures, you’ll discover 27 common UK plants that are safe to eat, delicious, and might already be growing outside your door. These edible leaves, shoots, roots and blossoms bring colour, nutrition and flavour to your meals. Some you’ll recognise. Others might surprise you!

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    foraging - Plants

    List of Edible Flowers with Pictures: 27 Gorgeous Flowers That Will Surprise You

    April 16, 2025 - By 

    Did you know many garden flowers are not just beautiful, but edible too? In this list of edible flowers with pictures, you’ll find 27 common edible flowers that are safe to eat and might already be growing in your garden. These flowers add colour and flavour to cakes, salads, and teas. Plus, they are so fun to pick, especially with children. Some may surprise you! We’ll find out what they taste like, how to use them, and learn a few tips to make sure they’re safe to eat. List of Edible Flowers: A Quick Note on Safety Only eat flowers…

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    foraging

    Herbalism Recipes: 7 Easy, Hearty Meals for Your Best Life

    April 15, 2025 - By 

    Herbalism recipes: Easy foraged meals for beginners This post features 7 simple, family-friendly herbalism recipes, each with a key foraged herb. With each dish, we learn how these wild plants support long-term health. Embrace the “food is medicine” philosophy with these wild, seasonal delights. And don’t worry, each foraged ingredient is super easy to ID 😊 Ready to explore? 1. Wild Garlic Pesto Wild garlic (Allium ursinum) is a favourite springtime food found carpeting damp woodlands. Its broad green leaves and starry white flowers are easy to spot – and its garlicky scent is unmistakable. Check this post about wild…