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NOT Scallops - King Oyster Mushrooms

NOT Scallops - King Oyster Mushrooms

From Box to Bistro: How to Make Unforgettable King Oyster Mushroom 'Scallops'   There’s nothing quite like harvesting your first King Oyster mushroom. Unlike delicate...
NOT Scallops - King Oyster Mushrooms

NOT Scallops - King Oyster Mushrooms

From Box to Bistro: How to Make Unforgettable King Oyster Mushroom 'Scallops'...
This Lion's Mane 'Steak' Sandwich That Convinced My Family

This Lion's Mane 'Steak' Sandwich That Convinced My Family

Posted by The Mushroom Box | Recipes, Lion's Mane, Grow-Your-Own Watch the...
Mouthwatering Pink Oyster Mushroom Burger Recipe

Mouthwatering Pink Oyster Mushroom Burger Recipe

It's time to pick the mushrooms you grew! When are they ready?...
Mushroom Biltong! Our Tested & Favored Recipe!

Mushroom Biltong! Our Tested & Favored Recipe!

If You Love Biltong, You'll Go Wild for This Mushroom Biltong Recipe...
Recipe of the week - Oyster Mushroom Medley

Recipe of the week - Oyster Mushroom Medley

Recipe of the week Simple, delicious Oyster Mushroom MedleyThis recipe serves 2-3...
Mushroom Recipe Of The Month - Chestnut Mushroom Recipe

Mushroom Recipe Of The Month - Chestnut Mushroom Recipe

Recipe of the Month: Buttery Garlic Chestnut Mushrooms Bring out the best...
How To Cook Oyster Mushrooms (The Right Way)

How To Cook Oyster Mushrooms (The Right Way)

Crispy, Crunchy Oyster Mushroom Magic! Hey everyone! Imagine biting into something super...
The EASIEST Oyster Mushroom Recipe (You gotta try)

The EASIEST Oyster Mushroom Recipe (You gotta try)

Garlic Butter 'Shroom Bliss: The EASIEST Oyster Mushroom Recipe! This recipe transforms...
Pink Oyster Mushroom Bacon (Extra crispy)

Pink Oyster Mushroom Bacon (Extra crispy)

Mouthwatering Mushroom Recipe: Protein Packed Pink Recipe Ever heard of mushroom bacon?...
Creamy Oyster Mushroom Soup

Creamy Oyster Mushroom Soup

400 g oyster mushrooms (fresh, sliced) 2 medium onions (chopped) 3 cloves garlic (minced) 2...
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Mushroom Articles

The Mushroom Bucket: Your Guide to Growing Abundant Gourmet Mushrooms at Home

The Mushroom Bucket: Your Guide to Growing Abundant Gourmet Mushrooms at Home

 Here at The Mushroom Box, our story began with a simple need for food security. When lockdown started in 2020, our founder, Alec, wanted a...
7 Rare Mushrooms With Unique Benefits

7 Rare Mushrooms With Unique Benefits

Gourmet mushrooms aren’t just for culinary purposes—they’re packed with potent medicinal compounds, each with unique, science-backed health benefits. Let’s take a closer look at our...
This Business Is Bringing Mushrooms To The Classroom in SA!

This Business Is Bringing Mushrooms To The Classroom in SA!

Discover how The Mushroom Box is partnering with schools to foster hands-on learning, sustainability, and self-sufficiency through mushroom cultivation. Bringing Science to Life with The...
Don't Grow Mushrooms Without Reading This

Don't Grow Mushrooms Without Reading This

Tips for Mushroom Box Success Growing gourmet mushrooms at home is rewarding, but even the most enthusiastic growers can sabotage their harvest with a few...
Edible Mushrooms We Found In South Africa ( Western Cape )

Edible Mushrooms We Found In South Africa ( Western Cape )

Welcome to our mushroom foraging guide! Featuring edible mushrooms found in South Africa (Western Cape). Disclaimer: If it's you're new to foraging for a certain...
Your Mushroom Box Hasn't Fruited in 4 weeks? Don't Give Up! Here's Next Step

Your Mushroom Box Hasn't Fruited in 4 weeks? Don't Give Up! Here's Next Step

Your Mushroom Box Hasn't Fruited in 4 weeks? Don't Give Up! Here's Next Step You’ve followed the instructions, you’ve been waiting patiently, and you’ve been...
The Dreamiest Spinach, Garlic Mushroom Quiche!

The Dreamiest Spinach, Garlic Mushroom Quiche!

Published: May 5, 2025 Are you ready for a recipe that’s perfect for a lazy brunch, a quick lunch, or a light and lovely dinner?...
The Life Cycle Of a Mushroom Box (Pink Oyster)

The Life Cycle Of a Mushroom Box (Pink Oyster)

Understanding the different stages of mushroom growth not only helps you become a better grower-it makes the experience even more rewarding! Let’s take a closer...
The Ultimate Mushroom Sauce Recipe (Must Try)

The Ultimate Mushroom Sauce Recipe (Must Try)

Mushroom Recipe Of The Month! Posted: 17 May 2025 🍄 The Ultimate Mushroom SauceFeaturing: Oyster Mushrooms (&/or Lion's mane, chestnut, portobello, or shiitake) WHY THIS...
King Oyster Mushroom Risoto

King Oyster Mushroom Risoto

A Decadent King Oyster Mushroom Risotto Craving a restaurant-quality meal without leaving your home? Look no further than this King Oyster mushroom risotto! With a...
Reishi Mushrooms: The Mushroom of Immortality You Can Grow at Home

Reishi Mushrooms: The Mushroom of Immortality You Can Grow at Home

🍄 What Is Reishi Mushroom? Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), also called the “Mushroom of Immortality,” has been treasured in traditional Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years....
🧠 Lion’s Mane Mushroom: Nature’s Brain Booster You Can Grow, Forage, or Cook

🧠 Lion’s Mane Mushroom: Nature’s Brain Booster You Can Grow, Forage, or Cook

🧠 Lion’s Mane Mushroom: Nature’s Brain Booster You Can Grow, Forage, or Cook Lion’s Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) isn’t just weirdly beautiful — it’s a...
Mushrooms - The Solution To Plastic Pollution?

Mushrooms - The Solution To Plastic Pollution?

Plastic pollution is a growing global crisis, but nature may offer a surprising solution. Certain mushrooms, like Pestalotiopsis microspora and Aspergillus tubingensis, can break down...
The Mushroom Bucket: Your Guide to Growing Abundant Gourmet Mushrooms at Home

The Mushroom Bucket: Your Guide to Growing Abundant Gourmet Mushrooms at Home

 Here at The Mushroom Box, our story began with a simple need...
7 Rare Mushrooms With Unique Benefits

7 Rare Mushrooms With Unique Benefits

Gourmet mushrooms aren’t just for culinary purposes—they’re packed with potent medicinal compounds,...
This Business Is Bringing Mushrooms To The Classroom in SA!

This Business Is Bringing Mushrooms To The Classroom in SA!

Discover how The Mushroom Box is partnering with schools to foster hands-on...
Don't Grow Mushrooms Without Reading This

Don't Grow Mushrooms Without Reading This

Tips for Mushroom Box Success Growing gourmet mushrooms at home is rewarding,...
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Home Grow Your Own Mushrooms With This Mini Mushroom Farm

Home Grow Your Own Mushrooms With This Mini Mushroom Farm

Imagine this: It’s a bright Spring morning in Cape Town. You walk into your kitchen to make breakfast, but instead of reaching into the fridge...
Custom Corporate Gifting - The Mushroom Box

Custom Corporate Gifting - The Mushroom Box

Custom Corporate Gifting with The Mushroom Box: A Fresh Approach In today’s corporate world, gifting has moved beyond traditional items to meaningful, health-conscious presents that truly...
Need Mushrooms For a Shoot? We've Got You!

Need Mushrooms For a Shoot? We've Got You!

The Mushroom Box on TV—Our Fungi Go Viral! Did you know The Mushroom Box’s mushrooms aren’t just for eating or growing at home? Nope! Our...
Meet the Founder: Alec and the Mushroom Box Journey

Meet the Founder: Alec and the Mushroom Box Journey

Meet Alec Scott: How a Lockdown Escape Grew into The Mushroom Box Every business has a story, but ours began in a place of quiet...
Cape Town's Ultimate Mushroom Foraging Workshop: Discover one of Cape Town’s Forest

Cape Town's Ultimate Mushroom Foraging Workshop: Discover one of Cape Town’s Forest

Join us for an unforgettable morning immersed in nature's valley, guided by a trio of Cape Town's most passionate mushroom founders: Alec Scott: Founder of the...
Stock The Mushroom Box Today

Stock The Mushroom Box Today

Grow Your Retail Offering: Stock The Mushroom Box Today 📦 How to Order Ordering is quick and direct. Simply send your company info & order...
Become a Mushroom Box Ambassador!

Become a Mushroom Box Ambassador!

Join the Mushroom Movement: Become a Mushroom Box Ambassador At The Mushroom Box, our mission is to heal the planet, one mushroom box at a...
Home Grow Your Own Mushrooms With This Mini Mushroom Farm

Home Grow Your Own Mushrooms With This Mini Mushroom Farm

Imagine this: It’s a bright Spring morning in Cape Town. You walk...
Custom Corporate Gifting - The Mushroom Box

Custom Corporate Gifting - The Mushroom Box

Custom Corporate Gifting with The Mushroom Box: A Fresh Approach In today’s corporate...
Need Mushrooms For a Shoot? We've Got You!

Need Mushrooms For a Shoot? We've Got You!

The Mushroom Box on TV—Our Fungi Go Viral! Did you know The...
Meet the Founder: Alec and the Mushroom Box Journey

Meet the Founder: Alec and the Mushroom Box Journey

Meet Alec Scott: How a Lockdown Escape Grew into The Mushroom Box...

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The Life Cycle Of a Mushroom Box (Pink Oyster)
Understanding the different stages of mushroom growth not only helps you become a better grower-it makes the experience even more rewarding! Let’s take...