Köstliches von Hecken und Sträuchern

Hawthorn and Cornelian Cherry

In the third volume of the series Nature & Enjoyment – identifying, gathering, and preparing, the author Dr. Markus Strauss focuses on the leaves, flowers, and fruits of hedges and shrubs. These are valuable food sources that can be obtained at no cost. The most well-known are elderberry and hazelnut, but the unique flavor nuances of sloe and sea buckthorn are also worth discovering. Long-forgotten fruits such as barberry, medlar, and cornelian cherry are once again finding their place in our kitchens.

The prerequisite for using and enjoying these foods is the ability to recognize them safely and to know when and where to gather which parts and how to utilize them.

All titles in the series have a handy format that is easy to take along and provide practical know-how – even for outdoor beginners!

The plant portraits are accompanied by photos in their natural habitat, allowing for safe identification. Gathering tips and harvest calendars, along with many recipes and suggestions for use in the kitchen and home pharmacy, enable a delightful (re)discovery of nature!.