14950 SW 212th St, Miami, FL 33187
Gourmet Mushrooms
Each species is selected with flavor in mind.
Selected for its natural flavor and how it expresses itself on the plate.
The lineup balances varieties bring subtle sweetness and softness, while others deliver richness and umami that develop under heat, allowing each mushroom to play a distinct role in plant-forward cooking.
Cultivated in South Florida
Harvested weekly based on production cycles
Locally Grown, Carefully Cultivated
Lion Farms produces gourmet mushrooms indoors under controlled environmental conditions that allow for consistency, food safety, and quality. Each species is grown on substrates selected for performance and sustainability, with attention to humidity, airflow, and harvest timing. Our approach prioritizes freshness and local distribution rather than long storage or long distance shipping.
Farm Tours and Education
Lion Farms offers guided tours and educational experiences that provide insight into mushroom cultivation, regenerative farming systems, and soil health practices. Tours are designed for individuals, families, students, and organizations interested in sustainable food systems. Availability varies by season and production schedule.
Culinary Focus
Our gourmet mushrooms are grown with chefs and home cooks in mind. Harvest timing and handling are managed to preserve texture, flavor, and shelf life for culinary use across a wide range of applications.
From Production to Plate
Lion Farms mushrooms move quickly from harvest to use, supporting local food systems and reducing the need for extended storage or transport. This model allows us to focus on quality and consistency at every step.
Visit the Farm
Tours and experiences are available by appointment and through select events. Visitors can learn about mushroom cultivation, vermicompost production, and regenerative farming practices used across the farm.
A plant-based protein cultivated for texture, depth, and culinary versatility.
PIOPPINO
Texture and Flavor: The beautiful Pioppino, aka Black Poplar, mushrooms are prized for their unique appearance, pleasant flavor, and versatility in cooking, making them popular among mushroom enthusiasts and chefs alike. They tend to have a rich, earthy taste with nutty and slightly peppery undertones.
Culinary Uses: They pair well with garlic, herbs, onions, and various sauces and seasonings. They are great sautéed, grilled, roasted, and go great with pasta, risotto, salads, soups, and stir-fries.
Benefits: Not only are they low in calories, but they are rich in nutrients like B vitamins, potassium, and fiber. They are also packed with antioxidants and can help reduce inflammation and strengthen the immune system.
GOLDEN OYSTER
Texture and Flavor: Golden Oyster mushrooms have a delicate and velvety texture that becomes tender when cooked. When cooked, people enjoy their fruity aroma and balanced nutty flavor (similar to cashews). They are great for sauces due to their savory flavors.
Culinary Uses: These mushrooms are versatile and can be used in various culinary applications. Prized for their vibrant flavor and color, they make an attractive addition to salads, appetizers, stir-fries, noodle dishes, and grain bowls.
Benefits: Golden Oysters are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that help support immune health and reduce inflammation. They are low in calories and high in fiber, making them a great choice for digestion and overall wellness.
BLUE OYSTER
Texture and Flavor: Visually striking and flavorful with subtle earthy undertones. They have a tender yet delicate texture with a mild, sweet, and slightly peppery flavor profile.
Culinary Uses: When cooked, they maintain their firmness and develop a rich, savory taste that complements a variety of dishes. Blue Oysters are versatile and can be used for sautéing, stir-frying, grilling, roasting, and incorporating into soups, stews, grain or pasta dishes, and risottos. They pair perfectly with butter or olive oil.
Benefits: They are nutrient-dense and packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins. Blue Oysters are high in antioxidants that can reduce inflammation, support immune function, and may contribute to heart health by lowering cholesterol.
PINK OYSTER
Texture and Flavor: Pink oyster mushrooms have a delicate and velvety texture that becomes tender when cooked. They offer a mild, sweet, and slightly fruity flavor profile with subtle earthy undertones. When cooked, they retain their firmness and develop a rich, buttery taste that enhances a wide range of dishes.
Culinary Uses: Pink Oyster mushrooms pair well with dishes that highlight their delicate, slightly bacon-like flavor. They are wonderful sautéed or roasted and work well in tacos, pasta, and risotto. Plus, their meaty texture makes them a great plant-based option for stir-fries or sandwiches.
Benefits: Pink Oysters are beneficial and delicious – rich in nutrients and antioxidants that support energy metabolism, heart health, and immune function. They can help reduce inflammation, boost the body’s natural defenses, and are high in protein.
Science-Guided Use. Real-World Results.
At Lion Farms, vermicompost and vermicompost tea are applied using principles adapted from precision agriculture and 4R nutrient stewardship.
Our approach combines regenerative farming experience with applied soil science to ensure biology is introduced intentionally, efficiently, and in alignment with system goals.
Biological inputs are most effective when applied as:
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Right Material
Selecting vermicompost or vermicompost tea based on soil condition and management objectives.
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Right Rate
Applying biologically appropriate quantities that support microbial function without overloading the system.
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Right Time
Aligning applications with plant growth stages, environmental conditions, and soil biological activity.
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Right Place
Targeting the root zone, soil surface, or foliar environment where biological interactions occur.
CHESTNUT
Texture and Flavor: With a firm and meaty texture, they offer a mild, earthy flavor with subtle nutty undertones. When cooked, they maintain their firmness and develop a rich, savory taste that complements a variety of dishes.
Culinary Uses: Chestnut mushrooms are versatile in the kitchen. They can be sautéed, grilled, roasted, and incorporated into soups, omelets, pasta, and risotto. They pair well with garlic, onions, herbs, butter, cream, cheese, and other ingredients commonly used in savory recipes. Often used as a substitute for white button mushrooms, offering a slightly deeper flavor profile.
Benefits: They are a nutritious, low-calorie food filled with B vitamins, selenium, and potassium, which support energy levels, immune health, and heart function. They also contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds
BLACK KING OYSTER
Texture and Flavor: The Black King Oyster mushroom has a more dense and meatier texture than typical oysters. Chefs like their complex, earthy, sweet flavor with a deep umami richness.
Culinary Uses: Both the stems and caps are edible. Black King Oysters are versatile and taste great when grilled, roasted, seared, braised, and incorporated into soups and noodle dishes. They are commonly used as a meat substitute in vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Benefits: Black king oyster mushrooms are a nutrient-dense food, providing essential vitamins and minerals. They are a great source of protein, rich in antioxidants, and high in fiber, which supports digestive health.
CHEF’S VARIETY MIX
Curated Weekly Mushroom Selection
Our Chef’s Variety Mix is a seasonal, farm-selected assortment of four (4) gourmet mushroom varieties, harvested fresh each week at Lion Farms. Rather than offering a fixed combination, we curate each box based on what is at peak quality, flavor, and texture at the moment of harvest.
This mix is designed for chefs, home cooks, and food professionals who value diversity, performance, and integrity in their ingredients.
What You’ll Receive
Each Chef’s Variety Mix includes four distinct mushroom varieties drawn from our current harvest, which may include:
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Oyster mushrooms (blue, pink, yellow, or pearl) — prized for their delicate texture and adaptability
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Lion’s Mane — known for its dense, meaty structure and subtle seafood-like profile
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Pioppinos — firm-stemmed with a nutty, earthy depth
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King Trumpets — thick, sliceable, and ideal for grilling or roasting
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Seasonal specialties — selected based on availability and optimal maturity
Selections rotate weekly to reflect natural growing cycles and to highlight the full diversity of our gourmet collection.
Why This Mix Is Different
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Truly farm-curated: You receive what is best this week, not what is easiest to produce.
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Flavor-driven selection: Each variety is chosen for contrast in texture, taste, and cooking application.
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Harvested fresh: Picked at peak maturity for optimal shelf life and kitchen performance.
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Traceable and transparent: Grown entirely in-house at Lion Farms using regenerative methods.
Lion’s Mane is one
of our specialties.
From inoculating each bag in our lab to guiding every stage of fruiting, we cultivate this mushroom entirely in-house—shaping its structure, density, and quality from the very beginning. What you see growing here reflects a process rooted in precision, patience, and respect for the organism itself.
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