Comments on: Mushroom Hunting

By: Jessie

Jessie — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:39:21 +0000

Why is it that the mushrooms you find in the wild are so much more ADORABLE than the mushrooms you get in the store? Each one of these is so cute!

By: Allison Arevalo

Allison Arevalo — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:30:24 +0000

What an adventure! After reading about your experience I feel like I was there too. It definitely sounds like something you won’t soon forget.

Unbelievable photos as usual.

By: Ashley Rodriguez

Ashley Rodriguez — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 02:53:15 +0000

Amy – I’m not sure what you have in SC but around here I’m always directed to the Puget Sound Mycological Society. I’m sure there is something similar in your area. http://www.psms.org/ There are many books out there but I would definitely go out several times with a highly experienced forager before venturing off alone with just a book. I hope that helps. Watch out – it is a highly addictive hobby.

By: Amy J in SC

Amy J in SC — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 02:49:20 +0000

Just recently went hunting for an old family cemetery and while we never found it I took a bunch of mushroom photos during our little hike. I just thought they were pretty and maybe post them and talk about the different colors but now I’m wondering if some of them might be edible. What’s the best source for determining what is what in the world of mushrooms?

By: Dawn

Dawn — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:13:30 +0000

Sounds like quite the adventure! I don’t think I’ve ever had mushrooms apart from store-bought…looks like I’ll have to see what I can do to change that…you’re photos look good enough to eat!

By: Nazarina A

Nazarina A — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:59:46 +0000

A friend of mine is supposed to take me mushroom scavenging in the forest near Beaver Creek(an hour away from me) since two months ago! Do you think that she decided against her secret hiding place?
I enjoyed your post so much so that I have decided to give my friend another chance at these beauties!

By: giao {kiss my spatula}

giao {kiss my spatula} — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:46:09 +0000

’tis the season! this is my favorite time of year, as i’m a mushroom junkie! great post and fantastic photos!

By: Misty

Misty — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:08:36 +0000

I have heard of mushroom hunters, and read about them in Pollan’s “Omnivore’s Dillema” so I’m quite surprised and envious that you had this opportunity! I’m in the same boat regarding mushrooms: I like they but I don’t. I find that I like them more when they are incorporated into a dish, not just on their own, though a balsamic-marinated grilled portabello is certainly fantastic when I’m in the mood for it!

By: Deanna

Deanna — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:49:09 +0000

I adore mushrooms, but Southern CA isn’t exactly the best area to go mushroom hunting. Almost anytime I cook mushrooms I add a splash of cognac. Delicious.

By: Danielle @ Bon Vivant

Danielle @ Bon Vivant — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:22:59 +0000

What a lovely post. The first time I tasted fresh porcini mushrooms was unforgettable too, they’re such great friends with pasta and pizza.