Events and Courses

Listed as number 12 by The Independant Newspaper in the Top 50 Spring Days Out, April 2010



WILD FOOD in STYLE...

Exclusive Foraging and Dining Weekends are available for those who would like to experience the very best of wild food incorporated into gourmet dishes, at top venues, by excellent chefs.

Wild Food offers a wonderful range of tastes, which can enhance your dining experience immensely, especially if you have been collecting these special ingredients yourselves, while led by a wild food expert and enjoy beautiful places all at the same time...

Currently available at Tresanton Hotel, St Mawes, Cornwall www.tresanton.com
Dates: 1-3 April 2011

WILD FOOD WEEKEND Previous Itinerary
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WILD and ORGANIC - Forage, Cook and Dinner Party!

We are hosting some heavenly events which combine the flavours of the garden and the wild! Held in the relaxing and creative surroundings, this is a unique opportunity to learn the skills of foraging and cooking, from identifying wild foods to creating a delicious 2-3 course meal.

Events include; a leisurely walk identifying edible plants, foraging for ingredients and cooking tuition, before sitting down and dining together. Wild food will be combined with on-site organically grown produce to create, wonderful dishes for all tastes. Available for private events, or check the calendar for scheduled events - Delicious!

Dates: 4th July, 22nd Aug, 9th Oct 3-9.30pm
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Wild Food Forage - Learn, Make and Takeaway!

A four hour event including, a wild fod walk, food preparation and demonstrations...Enjoy a wild food forage through Potager's organic garden, collecting ingredients to make wild pesto, herb butter, infused vinegar or oil, foraged salad and a wild beverage - all to take away and enjoy at home. Entrance to garden and freshly picked refreshments and snacks included.

Dates: 25th April, 5th June, 3rd Oct 3-7pm




In Your Own Back Yard! - GET TO KNOW YOUR EDIBLE WEEDS

Learn how to turn your unwanted weeds into tasty edibles for your dinner table. I will do a survey of your garden, land and/or local area and help you identify the numerous edible plants available for your use. This is a sustainable and practical way to forage; helping to reduce food bills, and un-necessary gardening, as well as being engaging for all the family. Ideas for uses and suggested recipes will also be covered.

Please enquire about prices and availability.





**NEW COURSES FOR 2010

The Instinctive Forager

Do you want to improve your confidence to forage?
Do you want to access ancient knowledge of edible plants?

This is about far more than just knowing wild foods, it's an opportunity to explore and develop your own instincts and responses to edible and non-edible plants.
A One Day course covering up to 25 plants in two different terrains. This course will include; developing and using your senses to learn and memorise a range of edible plants, how to prepare wild foods, safe and ethical foraging, and easy recipe ideas. The emphasis will on building your confidence to go out and forage independently, safely and successfully. Suitable for individuals or groups wanting to deepen their knowledge of wild food.

    In this 6 Hour Course you will;
    Learn up to 25 edible plants in hedgerows, moorland, and the seashore
    Explore ways of seeing, learning and sensing in order to forage successfully
    Find out how about historical uses, key identification traits, and how to use, prepare, & enjoy wild food
    Learn how to forage safely & ethically
    Develop the confidence to forage for a wide range of plants
    Enjoy some foraged foods for afternoon snacks (You may want to bring extra sustenance for the day)
    Suitable for anyone interested in wild food or deepening their understanding of the natural world

    Dates: Sun 23rd May 1-7pm at Mount Pleasant Eco Park, Porthtowan www.mpecopark.co.uk
    Cost: £40




    The Intuitive Gatherer

    A one day course dedicated to combining the skills of wild food foraging with nature awareness and how to work intuitively with plants. This course is unique, and created based on my own experience, knowledge and skills.

    Your intuition is a profound & wise resource. This is an opportunity to cultivate that wisdom.

    On this One Day Course you will;
    You will learn to identify a range of wild foods, how to 'tune in' to their uses and benefits
    Explore which plants are suitable for you, and how to know the right amounts, and types of plants
    Practice foraging safely and ethically
    Develop your intuition with plants, others and your own body

    Suitable for those with an interest in Plant Spirit Medicine, Wild Food, Healing, Nutrition or Nature.
    This is an introduction to becoming an Intuitive Gatherer, and will provide ways to develop this rewarding approach to plants as healers, food, and companions in the natural world.

    Dates: Sat 17th July, 10.30-5pm at Mount Pleasant Eco-Park, Porthtowan www.mpecopark.co.uk
    Cost: £40




    Nettle Days - from Sting to String

    **Available in Spring and Autumn only.

    Learn how to turn nettles into tasty and nutritious food and drinks, shampoo for healthy hair, string for practical or decorative uses and green manure to make your garden grow. A One Day event dedicated to 'The Humble Nettle' and celebrating all its amazing qualities and uses. Check the calendar for scheduled events, or contact me to book for groups. (Also available for schools).