East Neuk Seaweed

21/12/2025

Quiet times on the rocks this season – the seaweed slows down just as we do.

I'm back from Namibia, enjoying the rest of the extended nights and already looking ahead to what's shaping up to be a busy 2026.

Thank you to everyone who bought vouchers and sent enquiries – your support means everything as I plan for the year ahead.

Solstice blessings to you all. Here's to the light getting stronger after the longest night. ☀️

07/11/2025

I’m now in Namibia, and we’re ( my son and I ) are heading out to a heritage village to begin a two-week journey supporting the Jul’hoansi community as they build a new shelter one that will help sustain their plans and resilience for the future.

It’s incredible to be part of this work in one of the most challenging yet beautiful landscapes on earth.

Find out more and donate to support the project at www.heritage-village.com and see you soon.

30/10/2025

It may be a driech old evening but it's the perfect time to come chat about our favourite subject - food.

This evening I'll be joining others to discuss food futures 😁 in Cupar.

All details on the poster.

Hosted by Sustainable Cupar at the Corn Exchange.

Come from 6:30pm for a 7pm start

No fee all welcome 🤗

18/10/2025

Feeling super blessed and grateful to be spending time with contemporary Maori artist next week.
I am really looking forward to being immersed in Maori Tikanga thru the practise of weaving with Harakeke.
In preparation I spent the day connecting with two Harakeke that live locally.
In return for a harvest I gave them a nice clean up which was well overdue.
So good for my Wairua to connect!

Te Hei Mauri ora !

14/10/2025

Something less seaweedy !

This November my son and I are heading to Africa to volunteer with the Ju|’hoansi Heritage Village Project — helping build a simple community shelter in Djamta!’ae, where the Ju|’hoansi are reviving their ancestral way of life and preserving their ancient culture.

For thousands of years, the Ju|’hoansi lived in harmony with nature — healthy, sustainable, and deeply connected. Development has destroyed that balance. Now, communities are returning to the wilderness to rebuild culture, skills, and food security.

The organisation is raising £4,000 to fund materials and solar power for the new shelter a space for teaching, craftwork, and community life. We have self funded our journey there and all proceeds go directly to the project.

Please consider donating or sharing to help this happen and give this project a chance to succeed.

There is a link to contribute directly here: https://www.heritage-village.com/donate

03/10/2025

Yummy dulse – fresh, salty, and so good right now. Pair it with autumn boletes and you’ve almost got a full meal! 🌊

It feels like such a fruitful season of harvest – on the land and in the sea – and I’m feeling very grateful for it this year. I hope you’re all staying safe in the storms and making the most of what this wonderful autumn has to offer.

A quick note: I’m fully booked with private sessions through October, and I’ll be away in November ( more about that soon )and December is busy too. But it’s never too early to start planning for springtime seaweed experiences!

👉 Subscribe to my mailing list for a free ALLWET Guide on staying safe in the intertidal.
👉 New Spring 2026 dates are live on the website – book early to secure your spot.

02/10/2025

This was so good to be part of yesterday ☺️😺

10/09/2025

The very first Fife Seaweed Festival is going brilliantly – what an incredible celebration of our coasts, communities, and wild foods and the finale has officially sold out !!

I’d love to take a moment to thank and recommend two people who have been so important on my seaweed journey who also have events coming up check out the website :

Rory McPhee – Rory was the one who first introduced me to the world of Scottish seaweed, especially commercial seaweed harvesting, when I worked with him at Marra Seaweed. He’s been an invaluable mentor and a true fountain of knowledge on Scottish varieties and harvesting methods.

Graham Whitehouse – Graham was one of my first introductions to the Association of Foragers, and his passion for mushrooms and wild foods is second to none. He works tirelessly to share his incredible knowledge, and his workshops are always inspiring and generous.

If you get the chance to attend a workshop with either of these brilliant men, don’t miss it – you definitely won’t regret it. Two unique people doing extraordinary things for wild food and nature right here in Scotland. 💚

Check out the programme and website for all the details

08/09/2025

The very first has finally taken root and reached our shores– something so many of us have dreamed about for a long time.

I began on Saturday with the wonderful Methilhill Children’s Initiative, sharing seaweed leek and potato soup and seaweed muffins – a perfect start to the celebrations. From there, the day only grew richer.

The evening at Dreel Halls was unforgettable: stunning seaweed projections lit up the building, and we enjoyed two powerful films – Into the Oceanic by Rob Page and Elizabeth Ogilvie (first shown at COP26, and one I was lucky enough to be part of back in the day), and Umi No Oya – Mother of the Sea, an inspiring story about a British scientist whose work helped seaweed farming thrive and who is now honoured in Japan.

Rob and Elizabeth joined us to answer questions and share more about their ongoing projects, which made the evening even more special.

The feast was equally memorable: award-winning fine dining from The Bistro Dory in Pittenweem, beautifully plated with Fay’s help, paired with seaweed-infused cocktails featuring the brilliant Darnley’s Gin from Kingsbarns.

Huge thanks to Alan and all at Dreel Halls for their support in making it happen.

It was a true celebration for the mind, the heart, and the belly – and a reminder of what’s possible when community, creativity and good food come together. 💚

Grateful to everyone who came along and helped bring this vision to life. Here’s to many more seaweed celebrations in Fife – and don’t forget to check out the rest of this week’s activities!

08/09/2025

I can't take all the credit, but this is amazing to be part of, full of incredible happenings all about my favourite subject and it's definitely making a splash !

Thanks Sillyflatt Fare, Fields and Gatherings for the share !!

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