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'Wright's personable style, knowledge and humour shine in this book - which is a cracking good read, even if you forage no further than your armchair ... Elegant and simple recipes give us reasons aplenty to get going, while the foragers' calendar will prevent us setting out unnecessarily. Pop this portable book in your rucksack, and enjoy the countryside in good company' Gardens Illustrated
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Hedgerows, moors, meadows and woods - these hold a veritable feast for the forager. In this hugely informative and witty handbook, John Wright reveals how to spot the free and delicious pickings to be found in the British countryside, and how to prepare and cook them. First John touches on the basics for the hedgerow forager, with an introduction to conservation, safety, the law, and all the equipment that you may need. Next he guides you through the tasty edible species to be found. Each one is accompanied by photographs for identification, along with their conservation status, habitat, distribution, season, taste, texture and cooking methods - not forgetting, of course, some fascinating asides and diversions about their taxonomy and history. Fifty species are covered, including bilberries, blackberries, raspberries, common mallow, dandelions, hedge garlic, horseradish, pignuts, nettles, sloes, sweet chestnuts, water mint, bulrushes and wild cherries. After this there is a section describing the poisonous species to steer clear of, with identifying photographs as well as warnings about nasty 'lookalikes'. Finally, there are thirty delicious recipes to show how you can make the most of your (edible) findings. Introduced by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Hedgerow is an indispensable household reference, and an essential book to have by your side for every trip into the countryside.
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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
To say that I was exited about getting my hands on this book is an understatement. And now, after having browsed through it a few times, I'd certainly say that I'm not dissapointed. John Wrights style is informative, engaging and witty, and the descriptions of plants (both edible and some poisonous species) are detailed and accompanied by excellent photographs.
Although the handbook only covers a selection of the many edible species in the British Isles, it describes some of the more worthwhile species and would make an excellent introduction to someone new to foraging.
This book is a worthy addition to the River Cottage Handbook series and will also compliment some of the classic tomes such as Roger Phillips 'Wild Food' and Richard Mabeys 'Food for Free'.
Although the handbook only covers a selection of the many edible species in the British Isles, it describes some of the more worthwhile species and would make an excellent introduction to someone new to foraging.
This book is a worthy addition to the River Cottage Handbook series and will also compliment some of the classic tomes such as Roger Phillips 'Wild Food' and Richard Mabeys 'Food for Free'.
59 of 61 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have got my copy already and I must say it is fantastic. I read it cover to cover in almost one sitting (except the recipes, though these look good too). John Wright makes the whole thing seem like so much fun and it is a very funny read. It covers just about everything you could find to eat in the wild (except mushrooms and some of the seashore plants) with about sixty species covered and describes the most serious poisonous species you could mix them up with. The bit about the law was very interesting - and funny, and, like the rest of the book, goes into lots of useful detail. If you are interested in wild food this book tells you everything you want to know and is an all time "must buy".
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Just received my copy yesterday, and this is a fantastic little book!
I already have some of the other books in this series (Mushrooms, Veg Patch, Preserves) and this one fits in beautifully with loads of information about each of the plants as well as clear images and identification advice. In my opinion the images are much clearer than those in "Food for free" - this book is bigger and heavier to carry around but I think it might be worth it!
The sections on useful tools and the law relating to foraging are informative whilst still being interesting to read as they are interspersed with humour.
The recipes look interesting too and I can't wait to give them a try.
All in all - one happy customer :)
I already have some of the other books in this series (Mushrooms, Veg Patch, Preserves) and this one fits in beautifully with loads of information about each of the plants as well as clear images and identification advice. In my opinion the images are much clearer than those in "Food for free" - this book is bigger and heavier to carry around but I think it might be worth it!
The sections on useful tools and the law relating to foraging are informative whilst still being interesting to read as they are interspersed with humour.
The recipes look interesting too and I can't wait to give them a try.
All in all - one happy customer :)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
If you fancy wild garlic.....
If you wanted to know about foraging but were afraid to ask this is the book to buy!
Like all river cottage books it is a gud un and Johns writing is charming, a good old... Read more
Like all river cottage books it is a gud un and Johns writing is charming, a good old... Read more
Published 2 months ago by beretta
Another inspiring title from River Cottage.
John Wright must be a very nice man; reading this, and, incidentally, Mushrooms in the same series, I really felt he is the sort of chap I'd like to go for a long walk with. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kitchen Gardener
hedgerow scrumping
A must have book. Can't wait to get out scrumping. I have looked a whats growing around where I live and I could make use of so much thats left just to rot. Read more
Published 4 months ago by les
Hedgerow (River Cottage Handbook)
Purchased for my eldest daughter it was on her wish list and is exactly as described and perfectly fits into her collection. She is particular and is just what she wanted.
Published 4 months ago by S. Ellison
Hedgerow Guide
I must say, after reading through this book, I am looking forward to starting the new year with a plan of when and where to forage for the best that nature can provide. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pumbabrooks
hedgrow picker
excellent book in the series, its well written and excellent pictures, recommended for the starter hedgerow picker, recommended as its a good read and funny
Published 6 months ago by wendy
Hedgerow
The fourth book in this series that I've bought and probably the most useful. Well written with a sense of humour running throughout, it's a useful field guide to foraging for... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Grahame Mackenzie
Another great addition to RC handbooks
River Cottage handbooks are real gems. They all have high editorial standards and well produced. And John Wright is an engaging and knowledgeable guide. Read more
Published 7 months ago by D. Benn
brilliant!
Brilliant book. Humorously written and full of great info and receipes! I found myself reading it as if it was a novel whilst chuckling to myself and annoying my housemates who... Read more
Published 7 months ago by feebee
Interesting book
I was looking for a book with a few more recipes in, I wasnt disappointed exactly but I didnt feel it had huge content in it.
Published 7 months ago by Celtic_Desire
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