Urban foraging for wild edibles with Diego Bonetto

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Find a new appreciation for weeds with a wild food expert

Green Square Library

Naturalist Diego Bonetto will introduce you to the wonders and possibilities of wild edibles everywhere you walk. To some of us weeds such as plantain, dandelion, chickweed and sow thistle are a nuisance, to others they are a childhood game, a cultural connection or a seasonal treat. Learn about the most common edible weed species growing in your garden, along the green belts of your neighbourhood and in urban parks and reserves. Find out how these weeds have been used for food, craft and natural remedies. Discover ways to identify the urban ‘wild’ and foster rewarding experiences with nature.This is a free event. Bookings essential. Diego’s presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.About Diego Bonetto:Diego Bonetto is an artist, forager, keen naturalist and award-winning cultural worker based in Sydney. His work enables convivial conversations around belonging, sustainability and agency. Bonetto’s work offers an alternative for people to re-engage with their neighbourhoods, streets and footpaths through edible adventures.Bonetto regularly offers workshops, foraging tours and events that reframe environmental identity and stewardship. He collaborates extensively with chefs, journalists, academics, craft workers, herbalists, brewers, educators, environmentalists and landowners, providing insights into edible and medicinal wild plants in Australia while fostering culturally aware interpretations of landscape.Covid information: The health and safety of everyone at City of Sydney venues is our top priority. If you plan to visit, you must be familiar with the procedures in place and follow Covid-safe rules during your visit. See our website for the most up-to-date entry requirements and <a href="https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/covid-19" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">what to expect when visiting</a>.

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