Bush Tukka Guide 2nd Edition by Samantha Martin (Paper Back)

In Samantha Martin’s updated “Bush Tukka Guide,” readers unearth additional bush foods and recipes in a convenient field guide format. Dubbed the Bush Tukka Woman, Jaru descendant Samantha draws on her ancestral knowledge to enrich this edition. With over 20 new bush foods showcased through her artwork and photography, Samantha delves into plant and animal identification, offering nutritional insights and cautionary notes. From Kakadu plums to magpie goose, each entry features detailed descriptions, distribution maps, and delectable recipes like bunya nut pesto. This guide not only educates but also honors First Nations wisdom, revealing the abundance of bush foods on Country.

About the Author

Samantha Martin is a descendant of the Jaru from the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. Her upbringing nurtured an inherent passion and interest in the nutritional properties and natural health benefits of Australian bush foods. Samantha is dedicated to helping others introduce native foods into their kitchens and sharing her knowledge of how to hunt, gather, prepare and cook native bush foods. Well known for her four-part documentary My Bush Tukka Adventures with Samantha Martin, screened on SBS/NITV, Samantha has been dubbed the 'Bush Tukka Woman'.

ISBN: 9781741178272