NETTLE & THE BAKER

Hi, I’m Shadi Bee—herbalist, chef, culinary anthropologist, and ethnomycologist—and the heart behind Nettle and the Baker.

For over 15 years, I’ve devoted myself to studying, cooking, and creating with plants. My work lives at the intersection of wildcraft and elegance—where functional mushrooms meet high-end, plant-based desserts, where ancient herbal wisdom stirs into modern-day vitality rituals. I believe food is both medicine and magic—and that plant-powered nourishment, when made with reverence, can reset the body, uplift the spirit, and awaken the senses.

Plants

For nearly two decades, I’ve been in deep relationship with the plant world—studying herbalism, growing food, and crafting medicine. I trained with students of Rosemary Gladstar in Vermont and Brigitte Mars in Colorado, weaving together both Ayurvedic and Western herbal traditions. My work is rooted in culinary herbalism, with a love for rare and culturally significant plants from around the world.

I’m also an ethnomycologist, exploring the stories and healing powers of mushrooms across cultures. From Cordyceps to Lion’s Mane, I integrate medicinal fungi into body care, wellness products, and everyday rituals.

Pastries

I’ve spent the past decade baking and creating sweets that are as beautiful as they are nourishing. I specialize in vibrant, plant-based pastries made with botanical dyes, heritage flours, and seasonal ingredients. With a strong background in gluten-free and vegan baking, my treats reflect global inspiration—where color, flavor, and plants meet.

Potions

My potions are slow-made, chef-formulated, and rooted in herbal wisdom. From edible skincare to adaptogenic elixirs, every creation blends beauty, intention, and functionality. I’ve been making body care, teas, oils, and tonics for years—each one designed to nourish from the inside out. Think ancient plants, wild mushrooms, and alchemy you can feel.