Chanterelles, The New Kid On The Block

I don't know about you, but I grew up with button mushrooms. Period.  Now, thanks to Alabama farmers at the Pepper Place Market, I'm getting to know some new varieties, like these golden chanterelles!  I'll admit the turquoise containers added to their appeal through my lens.

Name The Mushrooms!

You know how photographers are.  We go in for the shot and then the important information, like what type mushrooms these are, goes right past us.  I do know that they were from Sanctuary Farms in Glencoe, AL.  Visit their stand at the Pepper Place Market.  While you're there, find out about these gorgeous mushrooms for me.

Just kidding. The owners were kind enough to email me the results late last night,  they are....OYSTER MUSHROOMS.  Who knew!!!

It's Rained a Lot Lately!

It has rained buckets for what seems like weeks around here. Monday, I got really desperate. Then I had a brainstorm .......mushrooms or toadstools....whatever! I cruised my neighborhood until I found some nice specimens. It didn't take long believe me. They are everywhere and in every imaginable shape and color. I made a quick turn around, jumped out of the car (in the rain), and popped off a few quick shots. Having a daily photo blog one has to be very creative, especially in inclimate weather.

Homegrown, Chez Virginia