It’s that time again when the air is crisp and cool. The ground is moist and the rains are coming… we hope! Why do I wish for rain every fall? Because no sooner do our Northwest grounds moisten up that the heavily sought after wild mushrooms start to pop up. Fall is fast approaching and that means it’s mushroom time! I love foraging for my own fall fungi – Boletus edulis (king bolete, porcini, ceps, they have many names) Matsutake and Chanterelles!
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Ahh blackberries… the glorious summer berry growing in backyards, parks, and all along our northwest trails. These delicious juicy little fruits are definitely worth the fight with the prickly bushes that they grow on - and your patience will be rewarded! Not only are...
Labor Day is coming up – a holiday that commemorates the workers who have helped make this country great. To many, it also heralds the end of summer and the last 3-day weekend before school starts. So why not enjoy the last blast of summer with a great picnic potluck...
Summertime and refreshment go hand-in-hand, so why not change up the norm and make your own infused waters? We all know you’re supposed to drink at least 8 glasses a day. I know that I struggle with drinking my daily share of water. But adding in some d’lish flavors...
