Grow your own mushrooms at home: A beginner’s guide

Mushrooms are a popular fungus packed with nutrients, and they taste amazing on toast. Ever wondered if you could grow your own mushrooms at home? The answer is yes and it’s easier than you think!    Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just someone who loves mushrooms on toast, growing your own fungi is a funContinue reading “Grow your own mushrooms at home: A beginner’s guide”

Interview with Catherine from the Mornington Peninsula Region re: Food from Home

What made you and your family start growing food? My husband thought it was really important our little girl understood where food comes from. He was talking about tomatoes one day and she said “tomatoes come from the shops”. He said “tomatoes actually get grown on a vine from the ground”. That day, he tookContinue reading “Interview with Catherine from the Mornington Peninsula Region re: Food from Home”

Gardening and Blue Zones

Could gardening help us live longer lives? Blue zones are the places in the world with highest number of centenarians (someone who is 100 years or older). These places have been studied to figure out how the lifestyles lived in these places could help the rest of us live longer. They include Loma Linda ofContinue reading “Gardening and Blue Zones”

How to Cook Asparagus and Seasoning Ideas

Asparagus is a great addition to your diet. It’s rich in antioxidants, fiber, vitamin K, and folate and low in sodium and fat. Adding asparagus to your meals increases flavour and boosts your health. Choosing Fresh Asparagus Picking  the best asparagus might be a little tricky. But here are few tips to choose fresh ones:Continue reading “How to Cook Asparagus and Seasoning Ideas”