Show: Foraging Fridays
Chokecherry
This week’s plant is Chokecherry, a deciduous shrub belonging to the rose family. Don’t be fooled by the scary sounding name, they’re delicious.
Shag Bark Hickory
Here’s this week’s full episode of foraging Friday’s! This week we’re talking Shag Bark Hickory! a great source of nuts and a sweet treat if you boil the bark.
Oak Acorns
This week we’re getting nutty with Oak Acorns. An abundant food source that takes a little elbow grease to process.
Sumac
This week’s plant is Sumac. This plant grows everywhere in Massachusetts, it’s also a staple in Turkish and Iranian cuisine, it can be used in sweet or savory dishes.
Golden Rod
The week’s plant is Golden Rod, a misunderstood weed that gets blamed for allergies but could end up helping alleviate them
Purslane
Have you ever wanted to eat a succulent? Well, let us introduce you to Purslane! Perfect for pickling.
Lamb’s Quarters
This week’s plant is Lamb’s Quarters. This edible plant grows everywhere! And has a similar vibe to spinach.