A complete foraging manual on how to gather and use the wild plants of different natural habitats, from mountains and deserts to coastlines and cities. The new trend in the food world is using natural, gathered plants and materials, including herbs, berries, roots, and barks, to create delicious meals. This practical guide, appealing for both seasoned foragers and those looking to experience this movement for the first time, teaches the reader how to explore different natural habitats to find wild edible ingredients. The manual is divided in twelve chapters, each one studying a specific environment?sea, coastline and beaches; mountains; volcanoes; lakes; the countryside; marshes; and the city?as a result of exploratory trips made directly by the authors. With an introduction on safety, orientation, equipment, survival, and environmental protection, this book makes a precious guide for all foraging lovers. The 50 original recipes that follow include step-by-step instructions for creating tasty dishes with wild ingredients: marinated dandelion roots with their cream, quail eggs and crunchy leaves, forest broth, risotto with fir and dairy, fir biscuits, and bread with lichen flour are just a few examples of the exquisite natural recipes contained in the volume.