This book is unparalleled: a sequel to Sami Tallberg's extremely popular The Forager's Cookbook FLORA, already a cult classic. Many of the Finnish mushrooms presented here are also found in other countries — and all recipes are adaptable to any edible mushrooms.
This book takes its reader on a fascinating trip from summertime truffle digging in Kent, England, through the primaeval forests of Punkaharju to present a hefty range of edible mushrooms. Flavour and wine pairings range from Appenzeller to Pecorino and Amontillado to Tokaji.The easy-to-prepare, delicious recipes guarantee a multidimensional dining experience.
An accompanying seasonal calendar paints a picture of a full year of mushrooms while diverse information related to each selected treasure clarifies how they should be collected and used. The descriptions of texture and flavour arouse the senses, and put the 81 edible mushrooms presented quite deservingly in the limelight.
The recipes include predominantly vegetarian and vegan dishes suitable for the contemporary spirit. Game and wild fish are also featured, along with basic ingredients familiar from corner stores and farmers’ markets.
For each mushroom, you will find comprehensive identification information compiled by mushroom guru, biologist and botanist Lasse Kosonen, with identification photos. This information helps you to identify mushrooms by their habitat, cap, gills, and stem.
Both authors of the book are distinguished pioneers who have been honoured with prestigious awards — there is no other comparable work available. By purchasing this book, you are cordially welcomed to the group of wild mushroom advocates!
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