TBYW Mindful Dinner & Tea

Introducing Taste Before You Waste - Conscious Sundays

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, often neglecting our well-being and connection to the present moment. In an effort to address this imbalance, we're thrilled to introduce a new program - Conscious Sunday by Taste Before You Waste in collaboration with LeilArts, an immersive experience designed to foster mindfulness, sustainability, and community with a zero waste focus.

Join our first session on Mar 24th in the dokhuis.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

On this Conscious Sunday evening, we invite you to join us for a 3-hour journey of self-discovery and rejuvenation. Set amidst a tranquil ambiance set in plantage doklaan, our Conscious Sunday session will blend guided mindfulness rituals, a mindful tea ceremony, and zen meditation, all while learning about incorporating sustainable practices for reducing food waste.

MINDFUL EXERCISES

Our mindful exercises and rituals will guide you into a state of deep relaxation and awareness, allowing you to connect with your inner self, your full-body senses and appreciate the beauty of the present moment. We'll explore breathing techniques, guided meditations, and gentle stretching to promote physical and mental well-being.

ANCIENT TEA CEREMONY

Following the mindful exercises, we'll embark on a mindful Tea Ceremony (Cha Tao, the way of nature through tea), an ancient ritual that celebrates the simplicity and elegance of tea. Our experienced tea master Leila from LeilArts will guide you through the intricacies of preparing and savoring a variety of teas, teaching you to appreciate the subtle flavors and aromas, to help you connect deeper within your senses, feelings and inner wisdoms as well as sending out a collective prayer for the love and peace to this world.

EATING BEING MINDFUL OF FOOD WASTE

To complement our mindful tea ceremony, we'll incorporate donated food into our event, prepared with heart by our wonderful team of volunteers. In order to minimize our environmental impact and reducing food waste. Our menu will feature a variety of healthy and delicious dishes, all prepared with care and consideration for sustainability. The mindful eating process will be particularly guided to help deepen your senses and presence.

OUR VISION

Conscious Sunday is more than just an event; it's an experience where you can reconnect with your inner peace, embrace sustainability, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Our mindful practices will help you cultivate a sense of calm and clarity, while our sustainable approach will empower you to make a positive impact on the planet.

Join us for Conscious Sunday and embark on a journey of self-discovery, mindfulness, and sustainability. Together, we can create a more mindful and sustainable world.