Nestled by the roadside, peeking through the hedgerows, hidden in the
woods and even in city streets and parks, wild food is all around
us - if you know where to look.
From woodland mushrooms and riverbank redcurrants to garden weeds and
urban cherry blossoms, Where the Wild Things Grow takes us on a
journey through the forager's landscape.
Drawing on 25 years of foraging experience, David Hamilton show us how
and where to hunt for the food that is hidden all around us. Along the
way he delves into the forgotten histories and science of wild foods and
their habitats and reveals his many foraging secrets, tips and recipes.
You'll discover where to find mallows, mustards and pennywort, as well
as sumac, figs and mulberries. You'll learn how to pick the sweetest
berries, preserve mushrooms using only a radiator and prepare salads,
risottos and puddings all with wild food.
In all weathers, landscapes and seasons, David shows us that foraging
doesn't just introduce us to new tastes and sensations, it also brings
us closer to the natural world on our doorstep. Beautifully illustrated
and rich in detail, Where the Wild Things Grow is more than a field
guide - it is a celebration of the wonderful and fragile gifts hidden in
our landscape.
