A bright seasonal salad of citrus and crunchy roots, tossed with a wild mustard strawberry vinaigrette, brings the reminder that we are all made up of every interaction we’ve ever had, even the little ones.
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Welcome to the Wondersmith's Writings! Here you can find magical recipes featuring foraged ingredients, musings on food and ceremony, and meaningful rituals to explore your own everyday magic. Though I have been focused on other writing pursuits, I am keeping all of my blog content up as a resource for you. You can use the search bar below to find what you are looking for. (Please note that sometimes you need to refresh the page to see the search results.) Happy reading! If you'd like to support my goal to spread magic far and wide, consider contributing to my patreon program!
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When I sculpted these dragon's head rhyta (inspired by both ancient ceramics and tales of magnificent beasts), I knew I needed something special to serve in them. I brewed up this warm wine and brandy-based punch filled with winter spices and flavors such as rose hips, spicebush berries, and fresh ginger... warming, revitalizing, and the perfect drink to accompany a new quest! Whether you are slaying metaphorical dragons or just heading out for a brisk walk, this Dragon's Blood Punch quaffed (in moderation, of course) will set you on your way.
Foraged burdock stalks add a lovely crispness and slight sweetness to these classic Latkes. Swap out applesauce for a delicious seasonal fruit compote for an extra special treat to celebrate light in the darkness.
The secret ingredient in this luscious celebratory cranberry cake is a homemade herbal elixir meant to add some pleasure to the season. Paired together, this match will definitely make your gathering merry and bright!
In this week’s Wondercrew Wednesday feature, we’re exploring the history, meaning, and technique of weaving beautiful pine needle baskets!
This flavorful and refreshing fall dish is packed full of herbs and wild greens and makes a welcome appearance at any celebratory table!
In the playful world of Halloween tricks and treats, boundaries are blurred and the taboo becomes inspiring. These refreshing elderflower and pear lab specimen drinks are the perfect intersection of disgust, delight, and pure play.
Dive into the mysterious richness of autumnal woods with three recipes that rely on layering many flavors to make a tasty snack and two incredible condiments
According to archaeologists, it is believed that some of the very first cakes ever made were simple concoctions of soft goat cheese, honey, and sometimes a little bit of grain. These cheesecake tarts are my homage to those ancient cakes. The flaky pastry crust gets a nutty flavor from buckwheat flour, but has also been adapted to be gluten-free. The filling is an aromatic mixture of homemade bay leaf-infused goat cheese and honey. A gorgeous topping of elderberry honey sauce really dresses these up, and a roasted fig with honey is the perfect compliment to the richness of the cheesecake below.
This beautiful bread is as delicious as it is meaningful! Packed full of autumnal flavor, spices, and color, it’s a fun take on a traditional recipe.
Buttery rice flavored with porcini mushrooms hides all sorts of savory surprises in this fun Savory Showstopper - the perfect dish to celebrate the end of summer!
Join me for a little winter night magic as we bake this cake full of rich seasonal flavors and black cocoa!