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Shannon Mulligan-Mayernik is an herbalist and plant medicine maker based in Northern New Jersey. Co-Owner of Mayernik Kitchen, Beekeeper & Educator of all things local and homemade. Graduate apprentice of herbalist Robin Rose Bennett and recent graduate of the Chestnut School of Herbs. Shannon graduated from the Academy of Culinary Nutrition in 2015 and became a Master Food Preserver in 2019. Currently, Shannon is participating in a year long clinical program for herbal medicine in Bronx, New York.
By Shannon, Posted in Wellness
Common Milkweed also known as the butterfly flower is a native plant to the eastern part of the United States and I am so happy to have found some just miles from my home. Common Milkweed is a new plant for me, as I have just identified and learned.. read more
By Shannon, Posted in Food Review
Have you ever had maple water? If not, I highly suggest you give it a shot. I recently came across Sap on Tap at my local Whole Foods and I knew I had to try it. Living in the Northeast of the US, I know how abundant Maple Trees are in my area. Soo.. read more
By Shannon, Posted in Personal
The Mayernik’s are Backyard Beekeepers! Can you believe it? I can’t. I have had a fear of bees for as long as I can remember. It was never the fear of them stinging me or crawling on me, it was the BUZZING sound. It literally would drive.. read more
By Shannon, Posted in Travels
Northern California in March is perfection! Matt and I headed out there in mid-March for a nice little get away. And boy did we leave right in time. We ended up missing a snow storm that dumped 14 inches of snow while we were sipping wine in 76-degree.. read more
By Shannon, Posted in MK Product
Well, this winter’s weather has been crazy! One day it’s sunny and warm and the next it’s cold and snowing. We hear from a lot of people that the change in barometer can cause some serious migraines for those that suffer from them... read more
Hello! Thanks for stopping by the blog! We sure are happy you are here! We thought it would be a perfect time to re-introduce ourselves to you, especially if you are new to Mayernik Kitchen. Mayernik Kitchen was an idea started in April of 2015. At.. read more
By Shannon, Posted in Herbal Remedies
Hello, September! I just love, love, LOVE that summer is coming to a close. That means, pretty soon, I’ll be in my comfy boots and cozy sweaters, readying up for my favorite time of year. Since September kicks off the fall.. read more
Life sure is funny sometimes. Just as I was trying to convince myself not to interrupt my day with a nap because I have so much work to do (darn headaches!), I remembered that I needed to share some thoughts on our lemongrass tincture... read more
One of the most widely used spices in all of cooking is salt. While we all know we should limit our salt intake, there is no denying that it offers tons of flavor. Just as herb infused olive oils spiked on the specialty food scene, herb.. read more
By Shannon, Posted in Herb of the Month
I know we’ve posted a ton about lavender in the past, but we love this plant so much that we named it our August Herb of the Month. Because of its health benefits, sweet smell, and wide array of uses, lavender has become one of the most.. read more
Alright, ladies…who’s with me in the fight against dry cuticles? Try as I may to pamper myself every now and then with a professional manicure, I still find those flaky little layers of skin popping up at the most inopportune.. read more
Ironically enough, most people practice yoga to keep themselves healthy – inside and out. However, when we insert the modern fad of germophobia, I must ask, is your yoga practice really keeping you as healthy as you intend? I.. read more
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