Reclaiming the “Old Ways” – In days past women relied on simple wisdom, common sense, and pantries well stocked with herbs to help their families with common ailments. With few exceptions, these herbal remedies were made from plants and herbs that grew in the kitchen garden or were gathered in fields and woods. People are again becoming aware of the importance of returning to the use of whole foods and healthy herbs in their lives. Here you can explore the natural world of plants to help you live a simpler and healthier life.
October brings a final burst of abundance to the New England landscape. Discover what to forage in October, from rose hips and autumn olive to wild grapes, acorns, chestnuts, black walnuts, and more.
What to Forage in October in New England Read More »
How to make mint extract at home using fresh or dried mint leaves. A simple two-ingredient recipe for baking, hot cocoa, cocktails, and homemade gifts.
Homemade Mint Extract: An Easy Recipe Worth Making Read More »
Learn how easy it is to make extracts at home – with just a jar, alcohol, and your favorite flavorings. . Cheaper, healthier, and far better than store-bought.
How To Make Extracts at Home (and Why You’ll Never Go Back to Store-Bought) Read More »
Learn how to identify, harvest, and dry sumac to make a tangy wild sumac spice blend—an easy foraged twist on za’atar for fall cooking.
Wild Sumac Spice Blend: Identifying, Harvesting, and Drying Sumac Read More »
Learn how to make lemon extract at home with just two ingredients. Bright, fresh, and far better than store-bought. A simple recipe for lemon lovers.
How to Make Lemon Extract (One of My All-Time Favorite Flavors) Read More »
Learn to identify and forage wild grapes in New England — plus how to use the fruit, leaves, and vines for jelly, vinegar, wreaths, and more.
Wild Grapes: Foraging the Vines of Late Summer Read More »
A bioregional herbalist’s guide to what to forage in August in New England — elderberry, goldenrod, Joe-Pye, mullein, wineberries, and more.
August Foraging: 12 Easy Finds in the Northeast Read More »
The best sun tea herbs— mint, lemon balm, elderflower, raspberry leaf, wild rose, and more. A simple and delicious ritual for hot summer afternoons.
Sun Tea Herbs: 8 Favorites to Steep this Summer Read More »
What to forage in July in New England — elderflower, linden, St. John’s wort, wild berries, and more. A seasonal guide rooted in the Northeast.
What to Forage in July in New England Read More »
The best herbs for skin grow closer than you think. Explore 12 wild and garden plants for healing, soothing, and nourishing your skin naturally.
Top 12 Herbs for Skin: From the Garden & the Wild Read More »
Make your own homemade taco seasoning with pantry spices in 5 minutes. No preservatives, no mystery ingredients — just bold, real flavor you can trust.
Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Read More »
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Nettle Seeds: The Magic and Medicine of a Humble Powerhouse Read More »
This easy ranch seasoning recipe is a simple pantry staple made with dried herbs and spices. Use it for homemade dip, dressing, or gift giving with printable tags.
Homemade Ranch Seasoning Recipe + Free Printable Tags Read More »
Discover the magic and meaning of trillium, a beloved native spring wildflower rich in symbolism, folklore, and quiet woodland beauty.
Trillium: The Magic, Meaning and Folklore of this Spring Ephemeral Read More »
Discover herbs for grief, moral injury, and collective stress — linden, rose, blue vervain, and more — with a simple Northeast tea blend to help you carry sorrow gently.
9 Favorite Herbs for Grief, Moral Injury, and Collective Stress Read More »
Explore Spring Beauty folklore, symbolism, and seasonal wisdom, and discover how this native April wildflower marks spring’s quiet return.
Spring Beauty Folklore, Woodland Wisdom, and Seasonal Rituals to Welcome April Read More »
