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Honey Hunters of the World

Honey hunting is a tradition that is older than humanity and has been developed by people (and animals) all around the world. We all like honey. It is interesting to see the different clever and daring rituals people have developed in the quest to harvest honey. As we all know, honey is worth it. The following is a selection from a variety of traditional techniques from around the world, which I will keep adding to. Please feel free to add others. Craving sweetness is hardwired into our physiology.

HD 210 – Wild ‘n Raw Blackberry-Cardamom Ice Cream

HD 210 – Wild ‘n Raw Blackberry-Cardamom Ice Cream

Recipe for Wild 'n Raw Blackberry-Cardamom Ice Cream. Make this recipe with yogurt for a probiotic-rich delight! About four years ago we started a video project called Mouth of Babes. The show features Ruthie, a pregnant mama and her 2 year old son Mikko, cooking nutrient dense foods, followi ...

Blackberry Huntin’ Season

Blackberry Huntin’ Season

It's blackberry season and the berries are full, sweet and ripe! I am not gonna mention the name of my favorite spot to harvest these wild delights, but many of you may recognize the spot from the photos. Such a beautiful place to forage for berries -- just look at the size of that blackberry patch! ...

First Trout Lake Farmers Market of 2012

First Trout Lake Farmers Market of 2012

We just love having the farmer's market back at Trout Lake! Yesterday was the first market of 2012 the weather was fine and the crowds were bustling. We got our weekly supply of free range eggs, 3kg tub of local honey from Jane's Honey Bees, a lovely pair of earrings for mother's day from Ragged ...

Fish Sauce, Ketchup and the Rewilding of Our Food

Fish Sauce, Ketchup and the Rewilding of Our Food

I am a big fan of fish sauce. I guess it comes from spending plenty of time in S.E.Asia. This article reminded me of my early days in culinary school as I used to spend heaps of time in the amazing library at the Culinary Institute of America, and remember being so surprised when I found out the ...

Wild Honey Bees are Full of Healthy Lactic Acid Bacteria

Wild Honey Bees are Full of Healthy Lactic Acid Bacteria

I picked this article up from Organic Connections, the University of Lund has just made some amazing discoveries about bees and their gut flora. The prevalence of antibiotics throughout our environment are destroying their vital diversity. The Burmese have a traditional folk remedy using wild fo ...

Morels Stuffed with Sausage and Mint

Morels Stuffed with Sausage and Mint

I was over at Trout Lake Farmer's Market this morning and was delighted to find a plethora of huge blonde morels. I recently read a fascinating book about mushroom hunting which includes delicious recipes, giving me a hankering for wild mushrooms. I immediately bought the four largest ones. When I t ...

Beware. The Green Man is Back

Beware. The Green Man is Back

With the summer in full swing and my various gardens demanding attention, I'm having trouble keeping on top of blogging (!) We also recently had a huge family reunion for my Aunt and Uncle's 50th wedding anniversary. I met lots of family I didn't know and reintroduced myself to cousins last seen 20+ ...

Wild Flowers of the Catskills II

Wild Flowers of the Catskills II

St. John's Wort, Yarrow, Vetch, Ox-eye Daisy, Plantain, Milkweed, Thistle, Joe Pie Weed, Bluet, Rose and many more potent and helpful herbs abound in the alpine meadows of the famous pristine Catskills of New York. Having the opportunity to get to know these friendly herbs in this wild environmen ...

Dandelion Syrup

Dandelion Syrup

I recently came across this delicious and healing recipe for dandelion syrup. I have made dandelion wine before so I know how many dandelions you need to pick for such a recipe. It is best to have a lovely field with no dogs or pesticides anywhere near it. It is a lovely way to spend a spring day, p ...