Fun starts with a spore.
Fun starts with a spore.
The workhorse oyster, mild and meaty, a slightly more complex flavor and texture compared to button mushrooms. A continuous go-to for everyday cooking.
Availability: Year-round
A nutty flavored mushroom which will keep its shape upon cooking. Excellent in stir fry or slow cooking scenarios.
Availability: Sporadically
Prized in Japan and China for its medicinal properties this succulent, semi-firm mushroom packs a powerful flavor. Savory and rich, its earthy and spicy flavors companion any meal.
Availability: Fall-Spring
Light, fluffy and meaty, Italian oysters have a softer stem making them more suitable for eggs and more delicate dishes.
Availability: Spring-Winter
Thick and firm, Kings do well as vegan ribs, pulled pork, and starchy substitutes! Pure solid mushroom meat. These mushrooms are a cold weather strain and are typically available until the weather is too hot to produce them.
Availability: Fall-Spring
A mushroom oddity. Another mild mushroom with a distinct resemblance to crab meat. Great substitute for crab or shredded chicken. Crab cakes, buffalo chicken dip, and imitation pulled pork are all favorites.
Availability: Year-round
Small to medium sized mushrooms with slender, straight stems. Firm and silky with a cashew-butterscotch aroma and a mildly fruity, nutty and earthy flavor.
Availability: Fall-Spring
The hardiest of the oyster mushrooms. These are more firm than Blue oysters and are great for mushroom bacon or soups.
Availability: Spring-Fall
Although similar to other oysters in flavor, pinks tend to be more pungent and woody with a tougher texture. Try in stir fry or cream sauce. These make a great addition to potato leek soup or a substitute for the seafood component in a cream based chowder.
Availability: Spring-Fall
This Italian species, also known as the black poplar or velvet pioppini, is a popular food ingredient in both Asia and southern Europe. Providing a mildly nutty flavor this mushroom can be added to complement a variety of rice, risotto, and meat dishes.
Availability: Sporadically
A woodsy or earthy flavor. Known worldwide for their hearty and full-bodied texture.
Availability: Year-round
Slightly more delicate than the Blue and Pearl Oysters. Exceptionally soft when sauteed. Our personal favorite for quick meals.
Availability: Spring-Fall
