Gentleman Forager

Gentleman Forager Inspiring, Educating, & Entertaining through the World of Mushrooms Call him the mushroom guy.

Mike Kempenich AKA “The Gentleman Forager” is an exotic mushroom cultivator, forager and wild foods distributor from Minneapolis, Minnesota, sometimes described as a leader in the locavore movement. He's spent several years introducing new audiences to his work through classes at the University of Minnesota and University of Wisconsin, television and radio shows, and print media. Dedicated to shar

ing his passion with others, Mike invites you to join him on his unique foraging experiences to learn more about the strange and beautiful world of mushrooms. More information about Mike and his company, Gentleman Forager, can be found on their website at www.gentlemanforager.com

Nothing says "I love you" more than the gift of fungi... You can pick out a Gentleman Forager gift card on the website, ...
12/22/2025

Nothing says "I love you" more than the gift of fungi... You can pick out a Gentleman Forager gift card on the website, good for use on any foray, dinner, class or special event with us in 2026, and let that special person know how you feel!

--->> https://www.gentlemanforager.com/gift-card

12/21/2025

The mushrooms held a meeting.
They recommend: Headwater (Tangerine Lion’s Mane).
Light bubbles. Tangerine. Focus vibes.

🍄⚡️ Link in bio.

12/20/2025

Clean energy + focus without the crash. 🍄⚡️
Send this to your training partner who’s always hunting for a better pre-workout.

Learn more / where to find it:
headwatermushroom.com

12/20/2025

Thankfully for my pals, Thanksgiving is in the rear view mirror...

12/20/2025

With Thanksgiving in the rear view mirror, my buddies can breathe a sigh of relief!

Is this you (or someone you know) on the left? 😂 There’s hope.Tangerine Lion’s Mane Headwater drops Monday — pre-order n...
12/19/2025

Is this you (or someone you know) on the left? 😂 There’s hope.

Tangerine Lion’s Mane Headwater drops Monday — pre-order now at gentlemanforager.com.
I’ve tried a lot of mushroom drinks. Most taste like… mushrooms.

This one doesn’t — and I genuinely believe it’s the best in the nation.
Made in Minneapolis with certified organic Lion’s Mane fruiting bodies. 🍊🍄

12/18/2025

There’s a difference between staying busy and staying balanced.

Headwater was created for people who live full lives — the early risers, weekend adventurers, and everyday achievers who know that energy and focus come from taking care of yourself, not from quick fixes.

Each can blends clean hydration with functional mushrooms that help support mental clarity, calm focus, and steady performance — without caffeine or alcohol.

Lightly sparkling. Naturally flavored. Refreshingly simple.

Headwater is hydration that works *with* your body, not against it.
✨ FUEL YOUR FOCUS — HYDRATE SMARTER ✨

12/18/2025

Find your flow. 🌊
Headwater is clean, functional hydration powered by nature — crafted to fuel your focus without compromise.
FUEL YOUR FOCUS • HYDRATE SMARTER

🖤🍄 BLACK TRUMPETS ARE AVAILABLE (fresh). 🍄🖤If you’ve never cooked with black trumpets, they’re one of those mushrooms th...
12/01/2025

🖤🍄 BLACK TRUMPETS ARE AVAILABLE (fresh). 🍄🖤

If you’ve never cooked with black trumpets, they’re one of those mushrooms that makes people stop mid-bite and go: “…what is that?”
Deep, woodsy, savory, and they melt into sauces in the best way — almost a truffle-like richness without being heavy.

And here’s the part people don’t realize: a small amount packs a huge punch.
1 lb typically makes 3–5 meals for two (they’re that flavorful).

What to do with them (home cooks + chefs):

Fold into cream sauces / pasta / risotto

Quick sauté: butter + shallot/garlic, splash of white wine/sherry, finish with salt + herbs

Stir into soups, pan sauces, gravy

Great with eggs, roasted chicken, steak, potatoes

Bonus: one of the best mushrooms to dry if you want to preserve the season

✅ Bulk / wholesale note: our 5 lb tier is wholesale pricing — and it’s available to everyone, not just restaurants. (Split a 5 lb with friends, or stock the freezer / drying rack.)

Order on the website here: https://www.gentlemanforager.com/fresh-wild-foods
Wild foods are seasonal — availability is limited and they go quick.

11/28/2025

How I love to use them:
fold into warm pancakes/waffles (they stain everything… worth it)

quick simmer into a sauce for duck, venison, pork, or cheesecake

spoon over vanilla ice cream with a pinch of flaky salt

stir into yogurt + granola with lemon zest

Available now!
link in bio.

If you're a home cook, a culinary adventurer, or a working chef — did you know you can get fresh and frozen wild foods f...
11/22/2025

If you're a home cook, a culinary adventurer, or a working chef — did you know you can get fresh and frozen wild foods from Gentleman Forager all year long, delivered overnight (weekdays) straight to your doorstep?

🔥 Fresh wild chanterelles for Thanksgiving or the whole holiday season?
🔥 Real black truffles to spoil yourself or impress guests?
🔥 Candy Cap mushrooms are in right now — the legendary “maple” mushroom loved by pastry chefs. Try some fresh and dry the rest for later!
🔥 Matsutake in all their aromatic glory? Yes, we have them.
🔥 Fresh wasabi root — once you taste the real thing, there’s no going back.
🔥 Nearly a dozen species of wild berries, frozen at peak ripeness and shipped to your door for incredible desserts, sauces, jellies, and baking.

If you love cooking with wild ingredients, this is your season.

Take a look at everything available here →

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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