Dive into the problematic world of food morality, then enjoy some delicious edible rocks and drinkable cement. Food is so wonderful when it can be playful!
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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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These fluffy risen donuts are filled with the summery sweetness of elderflowers and the richness of eggnog. They issue a reminder: always look for the light.
Read MoreMenstruation can be a tough time for many, so I put together this guide full of suggestions for deep self care, plus three comforting recipes to turn to during your moon time that have all helped me immensely!
Read MoreThis hearty take on the classic involves seedy artisan gluten-free bread, sautéed wild greens, fresh avocado, and the tastiest miso eggs you’ve ever eaten!
Read MoreSmoky fir-roast mushrooms full of delicious roasted red pepper sauce are the perfect pairing for creamy, umami-rich polenta with plenty of fresh sage. With a plant-based feast this good, there’s no need for a turkey!
Read MoreWhat do you get when you combine a spicebush-spiked brine, alder smoke from foraged twigs, and a maple syrup? Absolutely delicious candied salmon! It’s perfect for a brunch spread, a trail snack, or an appetizer tray.
Read MoreThis dynamic dessert is an ode to transformation: hard, bitter fruit turns rosy, tangerine juice is turned to caviar, and a simple batter becomes a beautifully lacy garnish. It’s sensual, delicious, and beautiful!
Read MoreCustardy persimmons, rich chocolate, hearty dock seed crust, and a salted maple glaze: does it get better than that??
Read MoreThis gluten-free and Plant-based savory showstopper is the perfect dinner for an elegantly spooky feast. It’s a warming dish full of zesty flavors and spices, making use of the last of the purslane (which is delightfully crunchy and tart, plus contains a slew of Omega 3s.) Celebrate bats and their contributions to environments all over the world with this meal!
Read MoreHere are the makings for an ultimate grilled cheese sandwich for cloudy days. Tomato soup bread, crabapple and bacon jam, and gooey melted cheddar will definitely put a smile on your face!
Read MoreThis autumnal soup is a delicious play of textures, from crunchy roasted burdock roots to soft roasted pumpkin to a creamy vegan soup base. Scatter some tomatoes and seeds on top for a little more delight in every bite.
Read MoreThis silky and well-spiced pie is not what you might expect… but it sure is delicious!
Read MoreThese crunchy toffee apples are absolutely entrancing, thanks to a lovely maple flavor, toasted wild amaranth seeds, and a little bit of magic…
Read MoreHalloween and Samhain in the midst of a global pandemic are going to look a bit different. Here’s how to make them memorable from the safety of your own home!
Read MoreA silky chocolate mousse is the perfect balance to a vibrant and tart Oregon grape berry mousse. Eaten together, they are absolutely divine. Plant based, and also really easy!
Read MoreThis velvety purple soup is ultimate comfort food… that also happens to come with some writings to nourish the soul as well.
Read MoreThis deliciously moist and tender cake features both pineapple and pineapple weed (chamomile’s wilder cousin.) The herbal complexity is a fantastic update to a retro favorite…and it comes with some pretty interesting backstory too!
Read MoreThese ethereal little desserts are full of the essence of wild mint, and perfectly encapsulating delicate blossoms worthy of the fae!
Read MoreThese fudgy brownies are the perfect counterpart to flavorful, tart mountain huckleberries. Sculpted into edible bear paws, they also make a fun presentation. And just wait until you hear my bear story…
Read MoreUnopened sunflower buds make a delicious (and vibrantly purple!) addition to a summery Antipasto salad. Read more about sunflower magic and why it reminds me that no time is ever wasted in kindness.
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Join me for a little winter night magic as we bake this cake full of rich seasonal flavors and black cocoa!