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Fav Oyster Mushroom Recipe

This year we grew our first outdoor oyster mushrooms in straw beds, both pink and blue.  And we have found that this recipe is our favourite way to eat oyster mushrooms whether grown in our backyard or purchased at the store so we thought we’d share with you! It

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Simple Wine Cap Recipe

The wine cap mushroom bed we made in our earlier episode (that included an ER visit) has been producing mushrooms for us and this was our very first meal made with them. It is simple but delicious! So far we can report that Stropharia rugosoannulata is an easy mushroom to

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Easy DIY Fizzy Drinks

This is a super simple way to make yourself an endless combination of refreshments for minimal cost. Satisfy that craving for a fizzy drink, have control over how sweet you want it, and try all of the flavours you've collected throughout the season from the wild or your garden! Here

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Wild Energy Balls

We’ve been on the road (& in small planes) quite a bit lately so we needed a tasty snack to take along that packs a satisfying nutritional punch! What we decided on are these nettle seed energy balls. They are a great choice whether you are on the road or

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Save that summer flavour?

Summer seems to pass by in the blink of an eye! But fear not, here's a delightful way for you to capture the essence of those sunny days right from your own backyard, preserving it for a later occasion. When the cold and wintry days arrive, and you're longing for

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Our Second Year of Bees

A little peak into how our second year of beekeeping is going, and how we use Flow Hive supers to gently extract honey. Beekeeping has its challenges, yet it offers a captivating experience to gain knowledge from! Additionally, the Flow system is an intriguing concept, but its adoption is still

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Mushrooms = ER Visit

Avoid doing this when growing your own mushrooms at home! I learned a very painful lesson, but in the end we were able to collect beautiful pink & blue oyster mushrooms along with our first taste of wine caps (aka garden giants).  Watch to see how we turned some old bed

Fireweed Blossoms for Jelly

This year there was a good crop of fireweed which is fantastic because we just finished off our last jar from 2021! (Last year wasn't so plentiful) Fireweed jelly has a unique and delicate flavor profile. It is often described as light, floral, and slightly sweet with subtle hints of

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Shaggy Parasols: A Culinary Adventure after the Rain

Join us on a mouthwatering culinary adventure brought by the rain as we uncover the secrets of Shaggy Parasol mushrooms! In this video, we discover a whole new world right in our own backyard, and we’ll go over a few identifying features that set these delicious fungi apart from

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Red Elderberries Experiment

Join us as we navigate the complexities of red elderberries, experiment with making an elderberry syrup, and shed light on the taste, health benefits, and risks associated with this intriguing fruit. This video provides an exploration of red elderberries and whether a person might want to forage them. Special thanks

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How to Preserve Foraged Mushrooms? Make a Delectable Duxelle!

You can probably tell that I was pretty excited to be gifted this bounty of puffball and fairy ring (Marasmius oreades) mushrooms!  We ate some for supper right away, but I knew I had to look further into ways that I could preserve these amazing mushrooms in tasty ways for

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Strawberry Wild Spinach Salad

Join us as we make a tasty recipe for a delightful summer salad featuring two star ingredients: strawberries and wild spinach, also known as lambs quarters. Discover how to create a refreshing and nutritious salad using wild spinach—a free and abundant ingredient found in nature's pantry. It really is

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Chilled Clover Tea

In this video, join us in exploring the wonders of backyard foraging as we embark on a refreshing summer adventure. It's time to elevate your summer sipping experience with a DIY refreshment straight from your backyard! Harvest your own clover, and with a little creativity, transform it into a delicious

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Dandi-Burgers!

Get ready for a culinary adventure as we take you from the lawn to the table! In our latest video, we dive into the world of camp cooking to try an award-winning recipe that will leave your taste buds craving more. Join us as we explore the unique flavors of

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Nourishing Nettle Soup

In this video, join us on an exciting culinary journey as we explore the wonders of wild stinging nettle and transform it into a nourishing and delicious soup. Discover the incredible health benefits packed within this versatile plant, while we guide you through the step-by-step process of creating a nutrient-rich

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Dandelion Cookies

Join us in the kitchen as we guide you step by step through the process of making these yummy dandelion petal oatmeal cookies. From the simple blending of ingredients to the satisfying aroma that fills the air as the cookies bake to golden perfection, you'll witness the magic unfold right

Discovering Wild Edible Mushrooms

In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of wild edible mushrooms and explore various methods to learn about them. From field guides and online resources to hands-on workshops and expert advice, we'll discuss different learning avenues that will expand your mushroom hunting skills. Get ready to embark on

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Im-peck-able Fun

We enjoy watching the birds and wildlife that wander into our lives, and we find the Netvue Birdfy feeder gives a particularly interesting close-up view.  So in honour of World Migratory Bird Day we thought we’d share a few of our feathered friends with you. Sit back, relax, and

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Pennycress Honey Mustard

Watch to see how we foraged wild pennycress last fall and turned its seedpods into a delicious honey mustard spread for our travel menu.

Caramel Coffee Meets Apple

When life gives you leftover apples, try making something new.  In this case, Caramel Coffee Apple Jam (or Caramel Apple Coffee Jam?).  If you're a fan of caramel, coffee and apples, then you'll love this recipe! Watch to learn how we turned old apples into a delicious topping. Caramel Coffee

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Grow Your Own Sprouts

In this video, you will learn the basics for how to grow your own delicious and nutritious sprouts using a sprouting kit or a mason jar. Sprouts are a great addition to any diet as they are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and can be easily incorporated into salads,

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ChatGPT Helps in the Kitchen

AI like ChatGPT is certainly gaining a lot of attention these days but how can it help you on a practical level? In this video, we're going to show you how AI can help you in the kitchen! Watch to find out whether the lentil cookies are a success and

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Wasabi Ice Cream

In a follow up to our previous wasabi video, this time we use our leftover wasabi paste to make some unique ice cream! Watch to see how we made it and what we thought of the results. Our Wasabi Ice Cream Experiment * 300 ml cream * 2 egg yolks * 1/3

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Adzuki Dandelion Brownies

Typically I drink my roasted dandelion root, but this time around I wanted to try it as a cocoa substitute in baking while using up some homemade adzuki paste I had on hand. Adzuki or red beans are rich in protein, fibre, vitamins, & minerals.  The paste is easy to make

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Nervous about foraging? Try this!

Are you interested in eating wild plants but too nervous to go out into the wild to collect them? One way that you can start getting to know a few of your wild plant friends is to grow them yourself!   Let’s look at 5 reasons you might want to