I look forward to persimmon season every year. It fills me with joy, greed, and FOMO. You understand joy, right?…
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Foraging
The Scout’s Guide to Wild Edibles: a Book Review
Oh how I wish Mike Krebill had been my scout leader! No offense to my mother, who is a lovely…
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Chickweed: a Tender, Tasty Green
For a tender green, chickweed is a pretty tough plant. It’s one of the earliest greens to appear in spring…
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Processing Acorns: The Test of a True Forager
Acorns are a benchmark wild edible for the serious forager. They’re an excellent source of starch and fat, and a…
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Hot Leached Acorns: It’s Easier Than You Think
Hot leaching is a quick way to remove the tannins from your shelled acorns. However, since hot leaching acorns cooks…
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Acorn Mushroom Soup Recipe
Mushrooms and acorns bring rich, umami flavor and satisfying texture to this acorn mushroom soup. It’s filling, delicious, and thanks…
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