A Wild Winter Herb Salad Gathered On 11th January 2011
My lover has just come back from working a few hours in my friend’s organic market garden. She tells me that they are struggling … Continue

My lover has just come back from working a few hours in my friend’s organic market garden. She tells me that they are struggling … Continue
For this sea beet recipe I had to ‘off’ a damaged pheasant that I had found in the road. I hung it up for … Continue
Douglas Fir makes a wonderful herb that adds a truly unique flavour to many dishes, as this Slow Cooked Rabbit With Douglas Fir recipe … Continue
Nipplewort is a tasty wild edible green that stands up to frost and cold. In this Nipplewort recipe, I have combined it with the … Continue
I no longer recommend this plant be served to the public. This plant is not for beginners. Never eat raw. Always wear gloves when … Continue
Alexanders leaf makes a great cooked edible green, and there is a vast abundance of it at the moment. In this Alexanders recipe, I … Continue
This super quick horseradish recipe shows you how to preserve wild horseradish root. Be prepared to don a pair of old motorcycle goggles as … Continue
This Sloe Gin recipe differs from the modern versions, in that traditionally very little sugar is used. This allows the true flavours of the … Continue
Home > Plants > Black mustard I made this Black Mustard Recipe (Brassica nigra) as a quick lunch after walking my trusted hound through … Continue
Oxeye Daisy has a unique taste and is considered by many to be one of the best wild edible greens. This Oxeye Daisy recipe … Continue
This deeply warming Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) soup recipe will make you feel thoroughly nourished as the dark months creep in, and the cold … Continue
Home > Plants > Himalayan balsam The transportation of seeds or whole plants is an offence under the Invasive Alien Species (Enforcement and Permitting) … Continue
Home > Plants > Rosehip This Rosehip Syrup recipe is packed with hedgerow goodness. Drink like a cordial or serve drizzled over ice-cream or … Continue
This quick and easy Alexanders recipe makes a wonderful wild tapas. Spicy tomatoes combine well with the myrrh like flavour of Alexanders (Smyrnium olusatrum). … Continue
Home > Plants > Elder This elderberry vinegar recipe makes a unique alternative to traditional Balsamic vinegar. Deep, rich, and beautifully smooth it goes … Continue