Porcini mushrooms, identified by the scientific name Boletus edulis, are a species of wild edible mushroom and a delicacy second only to truffles. The species goes by many common names, including cep, cepe, penny bun, bolete and ‘fungo porcino’. Porcini are a source of good nutrition, providing important micro-elements such as vitamin D2, copper, selenium … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Porcini Mushrooms

Honey fungus is a species of wild mushroom that requires cooking to make it safe for consumption. It goes by the scientific name Armillaria mellea and can be found throughout Europe, Asia, Canada and North America. It is a prolific and highly resilient parasitic, but also edible species. Other common names include the honey mushroom, … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Honey Fungus Mushroom

The popular Amanita caesarea, best known as Caesar’s mushroom or the ovolo mushroom, is a species of edible mushroom from Europe and northern Africa. It is closely related to the poisonous death cap mushroom, Amanita phalloides, but its more particular appearance, notably bright red-orange colors, helps prevent confusion between the species. The nutrition of Amanita … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Caesar’s Mushroom

Chanterelles are a variety of edible mushrooms sourced mainly from the wild. They have a particular appearance, often bright golden yellow-colored and funnel-shaped, and a distinct taste profile with earthy, peppery flavor notes and a faint peach-like scent. Chanterelle mushrooms are a great source of nutrition, boasting important amounts of several B vitamins, vitamin D, … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Chanterelle Mushrooms