30 Fall Matters 2016 S Samphire is a succulent, edible plant that grows along the sea coast of northern Europe; Shakespeare was referencing the dangerous process of collecting rock samphire on sea cliffs. In the United States, our species of samphire is commonly called “sea beans.” And for Maplewood’s Dan Lipow, the “dreadful trade” is actually a satisfying livelihood; this formerNewYorkCityphotographer is now a forager and purveyor of sea beans and other delicacies of nature, helping to connect jaded suburbanites with edible treasures often found right under their feet. Hanging out with Lipow at one of the farmer’s markets where he sells his found-food “Half-way down / Hangs one that gathers samphire; dreadful trade!” -Shakespeare, King Lear, Act IV, Scene VI items under the brand name “The Foraged Feast,” it’s obvious that he’s as much an educator as he is a forager and retailer. Spread before us in colorfully labeled bins is a variety of items – mushrooms, roots, herbs, and wild greens. “What’s this?” is a common question asked by prospective customers who wander up to his stall. Lipow patiently explains what the various items are, how to use them and what beneficial properties some of them have. Two of his mushroom varieties, maitake and oyster, are currently being studied for their cancer-fighting capabilities, he points out. The aforementioned sea beans are there; Lipow is generous with samples, and one surprised DON’T FALL INTO A ROUTINE LEAP INTO CAPAS! THIS AUTUMN Sundays by Appointment At Terminal Mill Ends THE DECORATING STORE SALE ENDS November 30, 2016 EYEGLASSES • EYE EXAMS CONTACT LENSES By Appointment • Independent Doctor of Optometry Dr. Christine Fitzpatrick, O.D. License #0A05443-01 LAB ON PREMISES 63 Second Street • South Orange Between Academy & Valley Street DAWN MORANO OPTICIAN #D1627 dawnopticians.com • 973-762-9100 EYEGLASSES EYEGLASSES • • EYE EXAMS EYE EXAMS EYE EXAMS EYE EXAMS 3 3 Howard Herschfield Specializing in small projects Maplewood area 917-656-1371 thathandymanguyllc@gmail.com