Fresh mushrooms today in Berwyn

Berwyn is celebrating the 39th annual Houby Festival today from 11am-6pm. One of the vendors is selling fresh and dried mushrooms.

Varieties which were available yesterday:

Fresh:
Portabella
Chanterall
Lobster
Large White
King Oyster
Shaitakai
Honshimeji

Dried:
Porcini
Black Trumpet
Wood Ear
Gourmet blend of many of the above.


There's also another vendor selling mushrooms, though I don't know what varieties.

Berwyn Main Street's Houby Fest is being held between East Ave and Ridgeland Ave, on the South side of Cermak Rd.

We've also got lots of Czech beers.

Anyone have suggestions of what to do with a half pound of dried mushrooms? I'm thinking a soup.

Soups is a great idea. So is risotto if you're into that type of thing.

I'll also sometimes throw a handleful of dried mushrooms in some warm butter and milk before adding it to mashed potatoes. Just let them steep for awhile before incorporating.