One of the more interesting gastronomical movements is the foraging movement. In an interesting wrinkle of the farm-to-table idea, some cooks explore their urban environment looking for grasses and other plants that can be used for various recipes later on. Interestingly, most urban environments have a number of plants that can be used for food and it is just a matter of finding out which plants are in a particular area. This is where podcasts are a major help: A foraging podcast can show a forager which plants are in the area, how and when to harvest them, and then how to prepare them. You just need to find the one best suited for you.

A Treat For Locavores

For those interested in keeping their plants locally sourced, foraging is a great way to find just what is available in the local area. Some foraging podcasts are produced locally in order to spotlight local plants; some even go on walking tours to show specifically where the plants are and how to harvest them. For those interested in local mushrooms this is especially nice, especially if it is a video podcast where the presenter can actually show which mushrooms are safe and those that are dangerous and how to tell them apart. This can make locavores happy by spotlighting local delicacies.

Good For Doom Preppers

For those interested in plants for more emergency-based issues, a foraging podcast can show all of the secrets when it comes to where to find food. The podcast can show where to find plants, animals, and even medicinal herbs in a particular location. Alternatively, it can be a lot more general, looking at areas in general and what plants are available. It can also cover how to prepare them using low-tech options such as a grill, a campfire, or even a solar oven. This can actually be fun to watch, especially for those that are curious about what is available in the area should they need to forage for food.

A foraging podcast can be great for those curious about local resources, whether for personal reasons, to cook for some friends, or even to be better prepared for emergencies. The challenge is finding something that works for your area and gives enough information so that you can find the local foods and avoid the dangers; once you find that it is just a matter of walking around to find the right plants, which can be a fun afternoon’s quest by itself.