Forage, Dig and Dine

A foraging and dining event with a little twist of wild dandelion roots.

Ever heard of digging for your dinner?

This decadent and nourishing dinner has a prelude of a refreshing walk to each dig up a humble dandelion root which will then be transformed and featured in your dinner!

Why dandelion roots?

Dandelion roots are at their best in winter - full of goodness that can improve gut bacteria, support the liver and help skin conditions which are all positive qualities to start 2026 with. Focusing on this humble plant is a simple way to enjoy a piece of wild nature and get a little physical activity of digging before enjoying dinner together. Dandelion roots can also be processed to create a desirable flavour similar to coffee or chocolate.

What to expect on this Forage Dig and Dine event

• Enjoy a refreshing walk - choose to either 25 minutes up Paul Hill or 5 minute walk from Paul village
• Learn how to spot and dig up dandelions for food and drink and dig up a root for yourself
• Discover the health giving properties of dandelions and other local 'weeds'
• Demo and tasters of the process of making dandelion 'coffee'
• Enjoy a welcome mocktail and 4 course dinner, featuring local, seasonal and a little wild food with comperes Rachel (forager) and Caleb (chef)
• Choose from a table just for your party or join a communal dining table
• Opportunity to buy copies of Rachel's foraging books.

Itinerary:

Start: A stint outdoors near Mousehole to get some fresh air, learn about and dig up dandelion roots

Back at the restaurant: Demo of how to process dandelion roots to make the sought after detoxing and good gut bacteria 'coffee' flavour

Dinner: Think decadent, nourishing with a touch of delicious detoxing flavours (aka dandelions)

What to bring and wear: Please read what to bring notes. Dress for a short winter walk and feel free to bring your dining outfit too!

Meet: Mousehole Deli & Kitchen, North Cliffs, Mousehole, TR19 6PH * directions/parking address given if joining for the shorter 5 minute walk

Min/Max numbers: 12 adults (for forage and dig), 30 for dinner. You are welcome to come alone or with others.

Dogs: Dogs are allowed on the walk, but not in the restaurant.

Further reading: Read more about The Dandelion Project, plus FAQs, books, blog