Edible Fungi of Britain and Northern Europe: How to Identify, Collect and Prepare

Jens Petersen, a renowned fungi expert in Europe, has written a beautifully illustrated guide to identifying and foraging for edible mushrooms. It includes a substantial introduction to fungi, edible and poisonous fungi, conserving mushrooms, and other uses of fungi. The book covers the most common major groups, with notable subkinds given their own treatment, and features more than 400 stunning color photographs and forty black-and-white illustrations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 25 April 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press

In this captivating and informative guide, Jens Petersen, a renowned fungi expert from Europe, takes you on a delightful journey into the world of edible mushrooms. With his expertise, he guides you step by step in identifying, foraging, and preparing these delectable fungi for a mouthwatering culinary experience, even if you're a novice forager.

The book begins with a comprehensive introduction to fungi, covering essential topics such as what to look for, where to find them, and how to collect and cook them safely. It also delves into the fascinating realm of edible and poisonous fungi, providing valuable insights to ensure your foraging adventures are both enjoyable and safe.

Moving on, the book explores the most common major groups of edible mushrooms, including morels, wood cauliflower, polypores, boletes, tooth fungi, chanterelles, horn of plenty, brittlegills, milkcaps, agarics, puffballs, and jelly fungi. Each group is extensively discussed, with notable subkinds receiving their own dedicated treatment. Through practice and the guidance provided in this book, you will develop the skills to identify mushrooms like yellow chanterelles, blueing boletes with orange tube mouths, green brittlegills, and milkcaps with orange milk.

What sets this guide apart is its stunning visual appeal. With more than 400 breathtaking color photographs and over forty black-and-white illustrations, the book takes you on a visual feast, enhancing your mushroom-foraging and wild-table chef experiences. Each photograph is carefully selected to showcase the unique characteristics and beauty of different mushroom species, making identification a breeze.

Whether you're a seasoned mushroom enthusiast or a novice looking to expand your culinary horizons, this guide is a must-have. With its accessible and user-friendly style, it provides a solid foundation for understanding the world of edible mushrooms and encourages you to explore the vast array of flavors and textures they offer. So, grab your basket, venture into the forest, and embark on a mushroom-foraging adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Weight: 594g
Dimension: 175 x 253 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780691245195