Ever hear the phrase “the world is my oyster”? There are some people that can go outside and will never be hungry. The world is just an open cupboard (or fridge) to them!
Ever hear the phrase “the world is my oyster”? There are some people that can go outside and will never be hungry. The world is just an open cupboard (or fridge) to them!
Hawaii’s year-round growing season offers a wide array of wild food options for intrepid “localvores.” From seeds and leaves to stems and fruits, learn what is edible and what is not during the “Edible Wild Plants” workshop from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday at the Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village.
Led by instructor Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, participants will identify and interact firsthand with many of these underappreciated edibles. This is discovery only — no picking. Learn about wild edibles such as plantain/laukahi, sow thistle, cat’s ear and dandelion, mainly in the Pu‘u Huluhulu cinder cone area.
Remember: Never eat anything from the wild without first consulting an expert. Forage responsibly. Educate yourself and have fun.
Cost of the workshop is $40 or $30 for VAC members, plus a $15 transportation fee. Class size is limited. Call 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
The Volcano Art Center is a nonprofit educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawaii’s people and environment through activities in the visual, literary and performing arts.