Giant Puffballs have always delighted me. The first time I first saw one, gleaming and impossibly white, I was hiking through a low elevation meadow in the San Louis foothills of Colorado. I felt elated;

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The dates in Morocco are unbelievably rich, moist, and flavorful. There are so many different kinds. My favorite are Barhi—soft, sweet, and chocolatey. We bought a bag of them in the medina and savored every

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Yucca blossoms check all the boxes for me when it comes to wild edibles.  They are abundant, widespread, and of course, delicious! Additionally, when harvested correctly, your meal won’t harm the plant one bit. There

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Pinole is a versatile food made from ground and toasted grains and spices. It can be consumed as a beverage, porridge, or baked into small cakes, as in the recipe below. Pinole has its origins

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Chia Fresca, also known as Iskiate, is a traditional drink of the Rarámuri (Tarahumara) people of Chihuahua, Mexico. Chia seeds can absorb up to twelve times their weight in water and consuming them helps the body to retain

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This is one white wine that’s sure to make you blush. Just a few sips will get your blood flowing and inspire amorous sensations throughout your body. Don’t fret if you don’t have all the

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The blood is a living river of nourishment upon which all organs and systems of the body depend. While the health of our blood is not something modern peoples give much thought to, it is foundational to our vitality and longevity. Replenishing the minerals in the blood on a regular basis is a recipe for good health—particularly for folks who menstruate. We nourish the blood by eating mineral-rich foods, getting plenty of aerobic exercise, and consuming blood-building herbs.

Nutritive herbal syrups are a staple in my home apothecary. Molasses is my sweetener of choice, as it contains iron, magnesium, calcium, selenium, and B6 which all need to be consumed regularly for optimal health.

This syrup is one I always take with me when I travel and recommend to anyone who is experiencing increased stress or a period of transition. It tastes delicious, is easy to prepare, and lasts for months in the fridge. I recommend making the full recipe and giving a bottle or two away to your favorite friends who could use a boost!

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Taken at the first sign of illness, this potent blend of immune-nourishing herbs helps to ward off colds + flus. If already in the midst of illness, it will help to lessen discomfort and duration

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As Autumn arrives, our bodies begin to ask us for more subtle support and deep nourishment.  It is a time to rest deeply and often, to pull on our favorite socks and sweaters, and take

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This coffee really is special.  As someone who is allergic to dairy, but remains wildly devoted to all things rich and frothy, this recipe has become one of my all-time favorites. It’s also a great

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This stunning end of summer salad will make you feel as vibrant as it looks! The magenta center of the watermelon radish and the emerald hues of the kale combine to make a dish as

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Sun Tea is probably the simplest herbal preparations you will ever make, and also quite possibly the most wonderful!  In the Summer, this wholesome preparation becomes a integral part of my daily rhythm and an

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While at first glance this may not be stuff of foodie fantasies, this cooling and refreshing Summer Soup perfectly highlights the flavors of the season. It’s also easy to make, so you won’t spend much time

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There just is something so incredibly comforting about the flavor of these creamsicles. They taste like everything I love about Summer. I like to enjoy them best on a warm evening spent outside in the

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This recipe is super simple and versatile.  The calming properties of lavender combine perfectly with the nourishing and grounding energy of oats to provide a healing breakfast that is ready in no time.  Feel free

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What is it that brings you pleasure?  What is it that makes you grin unselfconsciously, ear to ear, not caring who sees? What is it that makes you feel completely free, totally at home, fully yourself? Whatever

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These morsels are satisfyingly sweet, sightly savory, and subtly floral.  They exist somewhere on the spectrum between a snack, a desert, and well—heaven.  The delicate flavor of the rosewater lingers just long enough to delight you

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The Plant That Changed Me Without pretense, I can say that Ashwagandha has changed my life. It is rare that I write about a plant that I have never cultivated, harvested, or even met face

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Harvesting wild onions is a deliciously grounding way to reconnect with the Earth as she grows more fertile with each passing day of Spring. I recommend finding a patch of damp earth, dappled with sun

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Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a legendary aphrodisiac. And like many aphrodisiacs, its primary action is to nourish the body and rebuild depleted nutritional stores so that the neurotransmitters and hormones necessary for arousal can be more easily

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