Lacto-Fermentation Workshops - May / June 2016!

I am excited to be running a fermentation workshop limited to 15 people on Wednesday 18th May (SOLD OUT), Wednesday 25th May (SOLD OUT), June 1st and June 8th (FINAL FERMENTATION CLASS FOR THE YEAR)

Fermentation is a little like alchemy - where time and temperature work magic to populate food and drinks with live enzymes and probiotics (friendly bacteria) essential for vibrant health and longevity.

I have been fermenting for close to a decade now (where did that time go?!?) and there are few things I love more than sharing my learnings through practical hands-on and theory based workshops.

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In this workshop I will be showcasing how to make:

sauerkraut (fermented cabbage)
coconut kefir
water kefir
cultured cream
goat curd
beet kvass
kombucha

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Cost is $150 per person + the cost of the veggie press $35 ($185 in total) and includes:
 

· Detailed theory discussion on gut health, the role of friendly bacteria and probiotic-rich foods, and the factors that affect our gut microbiome and loads more!

· Detailed workshop booklet (40 pages) including theory, step by step guides & recipes

· Practical demonstrations

· Hands-on experience

· Food tasting

·  1 x vegetable press (holding approx 1.5kg vegetable matter)

·  1 x  kombucha scoby

·  1 x packet of Natures Goodness Turkish yogurt probiotics

·  ¼ cup water kefir bacteria (‘grains’)

·  Opportunity to ask questions

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This workshop is ideal for:
 

·  Those who are interested in making or perfecting their own home-made fermented foods and drinks

·  Those who suffer, or have family members who suffer, from low immunity (eg frequent colds, infections) or gut/digestive issues (including skin conditions)

·  Those who want to take their health and well-being to the next level with the introduction of fermented foods

·  Those who want to try new things!

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Where: Broth Bar & Larder, 49 Belgrave Street, Bronte (free street parking)
When: Wednesday 18th May 6:30pm - 9:30ish (SOLD OUT) 
Wednesday 25th May, 6.30pm - 9.30ish (SOLD OUT)
Wednesday, 1st June, 6.30pm - 9.30ish
Wednesday 8th June, 6.30 - 9.30ish

Spaces limited to 15. Spots typically book out within 24 hours so to avoid disappointment please secure your space quickly. If the class books out I will run another workshop the week later.

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To secure your spot you will need to:

1.     Text me 0407 871 884 to confirm that there are spaces available

2.     Once I confirm that there is a spot available you will need to transfer $185 referencing your name into the following bank account within 24 hours (as places can only be reserved for up to 24 hours):

Star Anise Organic Wholefoods Education P/L
BSB 062 000
Acct 1628 4526

I will then send out further details closer to the date.

I look forward to seeing you at one of my fermentation workshops soon!

April SAOW Newsletter

1. Conscious Club

The Gyuto Monks of Tibet will be at the next Conscious Club this Friday 22 April to deliver a truly rich and deep spiritual experience. I saw them last time they were in Sydney many years ago and the experience was something special. 

In an intimate setting of only 200 seats at Bondi Pavilion, 7 monks will chant their most sacred hymns immersing us in this ancient sound. The head monk will also share his personal journey and what life entails as a Monk. The stage will also be graced with Murray Kyle, Australian songwriter. And of course there will be group meditation and the Do Good challenge.

Team Star Anise Organic Wholefoods will be there handing out free samples of our organic artisan wholefoods delights  including dessert of signature raw cacao bars (yes please!!). 

To purchase a ticket CLICK HERE.

When: Friday 22nd April
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Where: Bondi Pavilion
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach
Price: $55 $15 for a Vegan/Gluten Free meal

2. Dairy free coconut yogurt

We are so excited to announce that we are now selling Bondi Yogurt dairy-free COCONUT YOGURT in 375ml glass jars. I wasn't really happy with the quality of some of the coconut yogurt in the market after doing some research and then in walked Carolina from Bondi Yogurt with her 2 ingredient coconut yogurt: certified organic coconut and live cultures. Add in some time and love and you've got a delicious crap-free dairy-free yogurt. Being dairy-free for the past couple months while I cleared up some health issues has seriously forced me to consider and expand my non-dairy food repertoire. I feel I can be of much greater service to my non-dairy clients in my health coaching sessions. Have you tried this coconut yogurt yet?? We sold out within 24 hours so I'm tipping you think it's pretty special too. I'm really looking forward to your feedback! 

3.  Beef tallow cubes 

We are excited to announce a new product: BEEF TALLOW CUBES!

We have been selling 100% pastured beef tallow in containers for 5 years but to make life that little more easy for you we are now freezing our beef tallow into ice cube sized potions for you to conveniently melt down in an oven tray or frying pan to cook meat or veggies. I always use beef tallow when pan-frying meat (as it comes from the very animal I'm cooking) and now I simply throw a tallow cube into the frying pan straight from freezer.  So easy- this has seriously changed my life. No more chopping up a block of frozen tallow into small pieces and having to return the rest to the freezer. 

Tallow is an age-old dairy-free natural healthy saturated fat that has been used by traditional cultures world-wide for eons. You can also rub a little on your palms (with some essential oils if desired) to use as the most natural, non toxic and completely edible face, hand and body moisturiser. You can also use tallow to prevent and soothe baby's nappy rash. 

This product is proving just as popular as our beef broth cubes.

4.  Chocolate coated macadamias 

We included a packet of these in our Mother's Day hampers and too many people demanded that we make and sell them
as a regular product in 100g packets and individually for a bite sized "I've just died and gone to heaven" hit. 
If you tried my activated maccas and my sokolatas (raw dark maple sweetened chocolate) then combining the 2 is like a symphony where the end result is far sweeter, greater and richer than the sum of the parts. Sweet and salty, they make the best flavour combo.  If I had to choose just one food to eat before I died, these would be it. When I offer them to customers at Broth Bar & Larder the look in their eyes goes something like "Must I? I know I'm going to become seriously addicted to these. Please don't corrupt me further".  These are the bomb! 

5. MINDD forum

The MINDD Foundation promotes an integrative approach to healthcare focusing on nutrition. Each year the Foundation hosts a 3 day forum designed to educate patients and train practitioners in solutions for the prevention and treatment of disease. Tickets are now on sale for the 2016 MINDD International Forum held on 20-22 May. 

Whether you are a parent managing your child's chronic condition, an adult wanting to prevent or treat arthritis, dementia, diabetes or heart disease, or have a passion in nutrition and holistic health, the Mindd Forum offers solutions and a wealth of information. It is also a great opportunity to meet people in the industry. 

There is a terrific line up of international speakers. NY Times best selling author and keynote speaker Dr Kelly Brogan will be leading the sessions on women’s health which is an important part of the Foundation's initiative to promote healthy kids both through pre-natal care and healthy carers. Her book A Mind of Your Own has soared to the NY Times best-seller list. 

There are 2 streams to register in: 
Practitioner: MAPS & Mindd training for practitioners and students with strong biochemistry background. This is the stream I attends several years ago to become a certified MINDD practitioner. 

Public: Food Is Medicine, Women’s Health, Children’s Health which includes world experts on Biomedicine, Nutrition and Neuro therapies

As a MINDD partner, we are excited to be exhibiting our artisan wholefood products and will be supplying samples our raw kraut and bone broth. We wholeheartedly support the mission and important work of the MINDD Foundation and hope to see you there at this years forum! 

REGISTER HERE TO BOOK YOUR SEAT.
 

6. Mother's Day hampers 

Mother's Day is around the corner (8th May) and if, like me, you're over the thought of buying more dust-collecting unnecessary stuff consider our beautiful Mother's Day hampers filled with carefully selected organic artisan wholefood products that will really nourish, satisfy and delight. It's not too late to place your orders as we still have a few more hampers left.  Click HERE to view details of what's included in the hamper and how to order.

7. We are closed Anzac Day holiday 25 April.

So stock up (quite literally!) before then. 
Wishing you all a lovely relaxing Anzac Day long weekend! 
 

Mothers Day Hamper

To all the mothers out there: I salute you. I see first hand through my health coaching sessions and from meeting and talking to you every day at Broth Bar & Larder how hard you are working for the health of your families. I see the effort you put into making nourishing meals and the hurdles you are overcoming in the pursuit of providing your children with the best start in life. I am in awe of you and I want each and every one of you to take a moment to reflect on all that you do, to appreciate your worth and to take a little time out on Mothers Day to savour all of the delights showered your way no matter how great or small.

To celebrate and honour the mothers in our lives and the incredible role they play, we have put together a gorgeous hamper containing these delectable organic wholefood delights of the highest quality:

1. Chocolate coated activated macadamias: our highly moorish crispy activated macadamia nuts are smothered in our signature maple-sweetened raw dark chocolate to combine  the best 2 flavour sensations in the world!! The perfect balance of sweet and salty. THESE ARE THE BOMB!!

2. 300g activated muesli: Australia’s only activated muesli. Made with activated nut and seeds in a base of activated cinnamon buckwheat and combined with the delicious flavours of coconut flakes, dried figs, goji berries, vanilla bean powder and cinnamon powder. Completely free of puffed grains, industrial seed oils, gluten and concentrated sweeteners.

3. 250ml bottle of extra virgin cold pressed certified organic olive oil by Toscana Olives: produced by small family run business in Victoria, I have been buying and consuming their olive oil for over 5 years.

4. 30g activated almonds: our light and crispy activated almonds are one of our biggest selling activated nuts. These sample sized packs are the perfect size for a snack or can be popped into a handbag for those emergency moments when hunger strikes. 

The impetus for creating these hampers came from my own mother a few years back who asked for something that would provide nourishment and delight rather than “dust collecting crap that I don’t need or want” (that’s the English translation in short!). So I put together something that I as a mother would love to receive. Some of my favourite organic wholefood artisan treasures that nourish, satisfy, and delight! These are bound to entice even the fussiest of yummy mummies.

Priced at $55 each, these hampers come in brown Kraft boxes tied with beautiful ribbons.

We are selling a very limited quantity by pre-orders only. They can be collected just prior to Mother’s Day (8 May 2016) from our retail store Broth Bar & Larder or couriered to you for an additional shipping fee but must be ordered and paid for in advance.

to order simply text 0407 871 884 or eMAIL ORDERS@STARANISEORGANIC.COM

These will most certainly sell out, so order soon to avoid disappointment!