The Coastal Forager

2026-04-04T13:37:16-04:00

Vendor: Abrams
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Price: 35.00

A must-have guide to the edible opportunities of North Atlantic coastlines, covering coastal plants, seaweed, shellfish and more, from professional foraging guide and wild-food chef Mark Williams. To the knowing eye, our coasts are an incredible source of nutrition and flavors—from aromatic maritime herbs and succulent coastal vegetables to umami-rich seaweeds and gourmet shellfish. Join Mark on an intimate gastronomic and ecological journey through a dazzling range of coastal habitats, learning how to safely identify, considerately harvest and creatively cook coastal wild foods. The coast is not just one habitat, but a complex tapestry of ecosystems, woven by the sea. Structured around these distinct habitats—salt marsh, shingle, cliffs, sandy beach and the intertidal zone—the book leads us on a detailed exploration of an incredible and diverse range of edible species, with fascinating insights into their ecological roles and ethnobotanical history. Featuring a mix of stunning illustrations from Sofia Iva