foraging, survivalism and a good dollop of mischief.
(Originally posted in 2014. Updated and edited November 2020) When I first got into foraging, it was because of one thing: survival and one of the most unusual reasons why I love food so much is my fascination with wild food and living off the land. I’m a geek at heart, and when it comes …
Purslane – Portulaca oleracea(In Irish: Puirpín) Surviving in the wild is not easy – not only do you have to weather yourself against the elements, but you also have to find a way to sustain your energy too! This time I’m looking at purslane. This survival series looks at the many wild foods that you can …
Heading out to the beach this week and looking for something wild to bring home? Look no further! This week, the survival series is back on the coastline where I’m looking at the small treasure that is: Periwinkles Though some may flinch at the idea at cooking and eating snail-like creatures, these little molluscs are …
Some day when all hell breaks loose, there will be a group of us who will be able to make our way in the wilderness and embrace survival. A little knowledge goes a long way! This series is inspired by my love for post-apocalyptic stories and foraging, and this week I’m looking at: Comfrey A …
“This place is in my blood” ~ Darach Ó Murchú The wind blew in my direction as I feverishly sautéed the pot of chopped almonds and eyed the seaweed in my pan like a hawk. This was an Easter Sunday out coastal foraging like no other. Based in Kerry, for the past few years, Darach …
Stinging Nettle –Urtica dioica(In Irish: Neantóg / Leanntóg) In a world that seems to be dominated by fast and convenient food, do you ever wonder if there’s such a thing as a free meal? Inspired by the “obviously” impending apocalypse and my love for survival, I aim to share the best food that can be found …
Wild Rock Samphire – Crithmum maritimum(In Irish: Craobhraic) Not all food has to have a price tag. Some of the tastiest treats out there can be foraged for free! Like many people today I have a fascination with survival and dystopian futures. I often wonder if I would be able to survive in the wild …