@wildman.steve: The Berkeley's polypore (Bondarzewia berkeleyi) is a wonderful meat substitute marinated and baked or cooked in stews until tender. Use fleshy edges of the fan-shaped mushroom when it's young before it becomes as tough as wood! Always be 100% certain of identification before eating wild foods. Check out "Wildman's" books or the Foraging with the "Wildman"! app, or better yet, join one of our tours to learn hands-on! For more information, the full 2026 tour calendar, or to sign up for tours, visit our website wildmanstevebrill.com (link in bio) or call 914-835-2153. #foraging #wildfood #wildmushrooms #mushroomforaging #fungi