I’ve seen cedar leaves turn a simple broth into something that feels like a walk through the forest, and the way a mushroom’s flavor shifts with the light is a reminder that we’re never separate from the land. When using what the forest gives you, take only what’s plentiful, respect the growth cycle, and honor the soil with a return of compost or seed to keep the cycle alive. Let the ingredients speak for themselves, and the dish will sing a song of balance and gratitude.