Elixir House

Eat the invasives to save the woodlands! 🌿🍲

This is a favorite at our :​ Wild Garlic Mustard and Leek Soup. Garlic mustard may be a pesky invasive plant that crowds out our native wildflowers, but it’s also an "incredible edible" with a bold, garlicky punch and a hint of sweetness.

​We’ve paired it with buttery leeks, a splash of dry white wine, and a silky finish of cream and eggs for a soup that’s as sophisticated as it is sustainable. It’s the perfect way to realign with the natural world—one bowl at a time.

​Head to the link in our bio to grab the full recipe and learn more about how the Free Range Kids at the Nurturer By Nature Homestead School are identifying these plants in the wild! 🌲✨

Wanna come experience the magic of our homestead?

Step into the circle where the garden meets the mason jar. In this immersive session, we will practice the art of Upcycled Alchemy, blending the ancient wisdom of the hedge-witch with the precision of a master mixologist. We aren’t just making drinks; we are bottling the shifting energy of the seasons through the lens of Kitchen Witchery.

As the wheel of the year turns toward the light, we will gather to forage, infuse, and manifest three distinct botanical preparations.

The Ritual of Crafting

🌿The Green Spirit: Spring Cleansing Tonic We will go "root-to-rim," identifying and harvesting Cleavers—those sticky, tenacious wanderers of the garden. You’ll learn to cold-infuse their vibrant green essence into a tonic designed to awaken the body’s natural flow and sweep away the lingering shadows of winter.

🌿The Hearth & Breath: Allergy Relief Tea We will blend dried botanicals to create a protective infusion for the respiratory system, crafting a tea that calms the senses and guards against the chaotic pollens of the blooming world.

🌿The Sun-Stroked Spirit: Summer Solstice Bitters We begin a slow-magic maceration to honor the coming peak of the sun. Using a base of Rose Petals, Lemon Balm, and Mint, we’ll layer flavors that will sit in darkness for weeks, maturing in complexity until they are ready to be strained and celebrated on the longest day of the year.

Your Handcrafted Bounty

Each participant will depart with their own Apothecary Kit, containing the fruits of our collective work:

✨Freshly Infused Cleaver Tonic (A vibrant draught for immediate renewal)

✨Hand-Blended Allergy Relief Tea (Loose-leaf charms for clear breathing)

✨Summer Solstice Bitters (A maceration in progress, ready for your Solstice rituals)

Practical Magic: Please bring your favorite garden shears and a gathering basket. Wear sturdy boots for our foraging walk through the wilder corners of the landscape.

Join us as we bridge the gap between the wild earth and the glass. This is an invitation to anyone looking to deepen their connection to the land and master the craft of botanical spirits.

Workshop Link in comments to register!