Mara Seaweed News

Dulse is a delicious seaweed which is native to Scotland, where it has been consumed for centuries. One of our most popular seaweeds we harvest at Mara, Dulse is full of a lingering, smoky, umami flavour.

Radio 4 Farming Today: Seaweed Farm

October 02, 2020

Our SeaEO, Fiona Houston, and our harvesting team were on Radio 4 Farming Today, explaining the process of hand-picking Dulse and why we want to s...

Umami: Why chefs love the ‘fifth flavour’

July 24, 2020

On the taste scale, it’s best identified as the flavour of extreme savouriness and, as such, can be found in a plethora of different foods, like Parmesan cheese, mushrooms and of course, seaweed. 

Is seaweed good for children?

September 30, 2019

Yes, seaweed is safe for children. Here's why it means healthier meals for your kids - plus how to get them to eat it!

Sustainable Kelp Harvesting - This is How We Do It.

November 02, 2018

See how we harvest and manage the sustainablity of our kelp and dulse harvesting, to make sure it reaches your plate safely and sustainably.

Our Favourite Seaweed Bread Recipes

February 06, 2018

Try our best homemade bread recipes incorporating a variety of Mara's hand-harvested seaweed flakes.

Our Best Dulse Recipes: Veggie and Vegan

January 04, 2018

Find inspiration with this selection of recipes using the edible seaweed Dulse to enhance meat-free dishes.

Our Best Dulse Recipes: Meat and Fish

December 28, 2017

Try some of our favourite meat and fish recipes using hand-harvested Dulse seaweed flakes.

Slow Food Fundraiser for 10,000 Gardens in Africa Project

December 04, 2017

We donated some Dulse to an event Slow Food hosted, to raise awareness for their 10,000 Gardens in Africa project.

What is Dulse Seaweed?

October 17, 2017

Harvesting of this popular red seaweed runs from August to October. As the season comes to a close, we look at its lifecycle and recipe ideas.

A Short History of Dulse Seaweed

September 05, 2017

Dulse has been eaten for centuries in Gaelic communities, and continues to be relevant to modern diets. We explore its chequered past.

How to Cook with Seaweed: Swap Your Spices

October 20, 2016

Use seaweed like common kitchen herbs to get all the health benefits on your plate today.

1 2 Next »