Mushrooms Blog
Mushroom Guide
Amanita caesarea, 'oufs de roi, oronjas, tanas
Senderuelas: meadow mushrooms and other mushroom names
Boletus pinicola
Perrechico, a very special mushroom
Trumpets of death: are they toxic?
Amanita phalloides: the killer fungus
Boletus edulis: the king of mushrooms
Cantharellus cibarius: chanterelles
Morels: where to find them?
Delicious, poisonous, or even deadly? That's the big question that every mushroom lover should be able to answer without hesitation. Recognizing an edible mushroom in time can mean the difference between enjoying an incredible dish or getting into serious trouble.
If you love going out into the mountains to look for mushrooms, this guide is for you. Here we explain how to identify edible mushrooms, avoid confusion with poisonous species, and safely navigate the many types you may encounter.
We want to help you avoid getting lost: types of edible mushrooms, inedible boletes, differences between safe and dangerous species... Everything explained in a simple, clear way with information that will be truly useful to you.
Plus, you'll find spectacular images, picking tips, and details on the nutritional properties or toxicity of many of the most common mushrooms. Because knowing a little more can make all the difference.
Ready to discover the incredible world of mushrooms?
Mushroom Cultivation and Fungiculture
Are you passionate about fungiculture, mushroom cultivation, and the incredible world of mycelium? Would you like to experience the satisfaction of growing your own mushrooms at home, in a simple and fun way? Then you've come to the right place.
Perhaps you're also thinking about taking the plunge and starting your own business as a professional mushroom grower. If you're looking for a good starting point, you'll find all the information you need to get started here.
In this section, we explain everything about training courses, home cultivation kits, mushroom cultivation kits, and even mycorrhizal trees for growing your own mushrooms directly in the woods. There are options for everyone!
You'll also discover information on growing medicinal mushrooms, mushroom mycelium, edible mushroom seeds, and how to successfully produce mushrooms at home or professionally. Everything you need, all in one place.
Ready to turn your passion for mushrooms into something much bigger?
Medicinal mushrooms: discover their benefits
What health benefits do mushrooms have? Should you include medicinal mushrooms in your diet? What are the benefits of button mushrooms or milk caps? And what are the healing properties of chaga? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, there's no doubt about it: you're a fan of the fascinating world of mushrooms.
If you want to learn more, in this section you can discover the properties of mushrooms such as shiitake, the benefits of reishi mushrooms, the energy-boosting properties of cordyceps, and the incredible benefits of lion's mane mushrooms. Everything is explained in a clear and accessible way.
You will also discover the secrets of legendary mushrooms such as the Champiñon del Sol, the powerful chaga mushroom, the dynamic cordyceps, and the famous shiitake reishi, known as the “mushroom of immortality.” A journey through tradition and science that you won't want to miss.
Recipes with mushrooms and gourmet products
Do you enjoy cooking with edible mushrooms? Do you like preparing dishes with chanterelles, button mushrooms, and experimenting with new flavors and textures? If you're always on the lookout for new mushroom recipes to surprise your palate, this section is exactly what you've been waiting for.
If you feel like cooking mushrooms but are short on ideas, you'll find an endless source of inspiration here. From classic garlic mushrooms to exquisite morels stuffed with morteruelo, mushroom croquettes, sautéed shiitake mushrooms with foie gras, or delicious mushroom rice.
And that's not all. We also give you practical tips and tricks for preparing a good mushroom risotto, dehydrating mushrooms correctly, or storing porcini and milk caps like a true expert. Welcome to the gastronomic paradise for mushroom lovers!
Have you cooked a mushroom recipe that you would like to share with other mushroom lovers? Or perhaps you have perfected a personal recipe that is worth sharing. Why not send it to us?
Wild plants and fruits
Are you passionate about the world of wild plants and forest fruits? If you love exploring nature and discovering its most delicious and surprising secrets, this section is for you. You will learn to recognize edible wild fruits, discover the properties of many medicinal plants, and fall in love with the power and beauty of what grows naturally.
Here, we show you how to identify berries, edible herbs, flowers, and aromatic plants that you can find in fields, woods, or even on rural paths. In addition, we tell you about their traditional uses, nutritional properties, and how to use them in cooking or in natural remedies.
Get ready to enter a world filled with authentic flavors, unique aromas, and ancestral knowledge that will connect you to nature more than ever before. Ready to turn every walk into an adventure of discovery?