In the bustling city of Cape Town, amid the mountains, velds, forests and gardens, lies a unique culinary haven that seeks to connect people with the natural world around them.
Founded by the passionate wild food artist, forager and foodie, Roushanna Gray, Veld and Sea is more than just a business – it is an immersive educational experience that aims to inspire a deep appreciation for nature’s bounty.
Roushanna Gray’s journey with wild flavours began over 14 years ago when she started exploring the diverse and exciting tastes found in the landscapes of South Africa.
From the coastal rock pools to the enchanting kelp forests, the abundance of delicious and nutritious offerings played a significant role in shaping her culinary creations.
In 2007, Roushanna Gray set up a small wild-flavoured tea garden, igniting her curiosity to delve even deeper into the edible landscape. Fuelled by her children’s adventures with foraged food, she started teaching kids to forage and harvest workshops, which later expanded into workshops for adults.
In 2017, Veld and Sea was officially launched as a full-time venture to share her passion and knowledge with others.
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At Veld and Sea, the underlying ethos is to foster reciprocal relationships with the land and the ocean. Through immersive learning experiences and the wonders of nature as their classroom, participants gain a deeper understanding of themselves, the environment and the interconnectivity of all living beings.
Beyond mere sustenance, Roushanna Gray believes that these experiences instil values that go beyond food, nurturing a profound connection with the natural world.
The methodology of Veld and Sea workshops and experiences is hands-on and multi-sensory. Participants listen, immerse, look, gather, smell, create and taste, creating a lasting impact on their knowledge and memories.
Based at the Good Hope Gardens Nursery in Cape Point, Veld and Sea offers a diverse array of experiences to discover the edible landscape:
- Wild Food Foraging Workshops: Embark on guided foraging journeys to uncover the seasonal treasures of the land and sea. From wild mushrooms to seaweeds, edible weeds, flowers, roots and shoots – each season reveals a unique and incredible flavour profile.
- Interactive Pop-up Dinners: Indulge in wild-flavoured culinary delights during immersive dining experiences that showcase the magic of foraged ingredients.
- Adventure Weekends: Dive into the heart of nature during adventure-filled weekends that blend exploration, learning and wilderness escapades.
- Nature-Inspired Workshops: Immerse yourself in creative workshops inspired by the wonders of nature, from crafting botanical skincare products to creating floral arrangements.
- Curated Experiences: Tailor-made experiences for corporate events, brands, and film productions that offer a unique blend of nature and creativity.
- Traveling Foraging Workshops: Explore different regions of South Africa and beyond, uncovering the diverse flavours of each locality.
From private group bookings, coastal foraging in summer, wild food land foraging in winter, to flower workshops in spring – there is a season and experience to suit every taste and curiosity.
Details:
- Location: 7976 Plateau Rd, Cape Peninsula
- Website: veldandsea.com
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