Foraging, Folk Herbalism, Edible Weeds + Inspiration for a Slow Life

~ CLEAVERS / Galium aparine ~ Right now, there’s a wild, lush flush of Cleavers in the garden, which makes it perfect timing for an incredibly nour...

~ ROSEMARY ~ Hair Rinse ~ The humble rosemary bush growing outside my kitchen door is probably the hardest working plant in my garden. I use ...

~ Purple Dead Nettle Cake with Mint Glaze, Gluten & Dairy-Free ~ Late winter is one of the most abundant times of year for wild edible weed...

~ Elderberry & Elecampane Winter Syrup ~ Winter is the perfect time to make your own herbal syrups, and this Elderberry & Elecampane ...

It's onionweed & wild pesto season! One of the simplest & most delicious wild recipes to make, is Onionweed fritters. I made these wi...

~ Pickled Camellia Flowers ~ Did you know that Camellia flowers are edible? Just like the Magnolia flowers you can pickle them too. After shari...

~ Pickled Magnolia Petals ~ When Magnolia trees burst into bloom in winter and early spring, it's hard not to stop and stare. Their enormous ...

~ Onionweed & Miso Pesto ~ Onionweed is back in season. It's not yet in flower and it is definitely not the time to be digging for bulbs f...

Rosehips are in season now, and this is the best time to gather them. After the first frosts, their sugars and nutrients concentrate, making them ...

Chickweed pesto This is one of my go-to ways to use chickweed, especially at workshops. It’s the thing that usually converts people fast. It’s crea...

Nettle & Cacao Truffles / Blissballs / Amazeballs A match made in heaven really. Think plant based super food: yummy, nutritious, good for ...

~ Elderflower Cordial Recipe ~ This is a great alternative to the Elderflower Champagne, given that it's non alcoholic (so the whole family can...