Walnut Butter
Every summer the preserving season kicks off around June 24. June 24th is St. John the Baptist day and when foragers …
Candied Lemon Zest : Nests
So, I go a little crazy when I come across delicious and beautiful produce. I just can’t help myself. Maybe it’s because …
Italian Prunes, Urban Forager IX
The Italian prune is a gorgeous fruit in shape, color, and flavor. Deep purple skin, yellow-orange flesh, great balance of sweet and …
Walnuts & Saints & Thieves
June 24 is the Feast day for St. John the Baptist. This day represents three of my great loves. Foraging, vin de …
Nasturtium, the Indian Cress. Urban Forager V
Nasturtiums belong to the watercress family and are also known as the Indian cress. They grow profusely and are easy to identify …
St. Jean’s Vin, Urban Forager IV
June 24 is St. Jean Baptiste day and it marks the beginning of the Vin de Noix making season! In France, green …
Elderflowers – an herbal, Urban Forager III
The Elder is commonly used in the urban landscaping where I live. This time of year, the clouds of small creamy flowers are …
Oranges, Urban Forager II
The urban forager is all eyes, always. The success of the urban forager depends on a combination of a certain outdoorsiness, ability …