If you travel to Finland, toRussia or Norway, in fact, in just about any northern country, you can find products made from the birch tree. Syrups, herbal teas, bottled sap and many other products popular with foodies and health enthusiasts. … Read more »

I intend to write about birch syrup in my next blog. In the meantime, I want to share a few recipes so you can enjoy this wonderful product. Birch syrup scallops Heat 3-4 giant scallops in butter about 2 minutes. … Read more »

Much has been written about the development of an alternative forest products industry inCanadaover the last decade or so. In spite of enthusiastic reactions from researchers, governments and business people, the most virulent critics have called for a stop to … Read more »

Over the Xmas holidays, I served cattail hearts on three occasions. The response was terrific! I want to share these 3 simple recipes with you. Cattail hearts and tomato entrée Slice tomatoes and place on serving dish. Spread one 190 … Read more »

There has been, these last few years, excitement in the air, a breath of renewal for those who look to the forest as a source of employment. The reason is alternative forest resources, better known as NTFP’s or non-timber forest … Read more »

Stuffed with rice and shrimp, fried in butter and wine in a sauce with red meat, at all times, the morel is king!

Nice texture to the bite. I use it all sauces. My favorite heart!

Drawing inspiration from a rich and ancient Native American tradition, GOURMET WILD presents a unique selection of gourmet specialties featuring the best vegetables and wild fruit of Canada. Carefully picked by community groups and indigenous people across the country and … Read more »

It is difficult to imagine the extent of this vast country … 5 time zones, three oceans and 10 million square kilometers of taiga, temperate rain forests, the great plains of the west, mountains, arctic tundra. Each geographic region and … Read more »