November

F A L L

Hope all of you are having a great time in this beautiful harvest season.

I've been to farmers' market every weekend. I am always grateful to see the variety of organic produce, such as pok choy (purple bok choy), kabu (tokyo turnip), giant celery root, colourful squashes and peppers.

I had an opportunity to visit a couple of organic farms this year. I'm so impressed by how the amount of work required in organic, and especially sustainable farming. We are fortunate to have access to these produce in Montreal.

When you purchase produce from someone, you are supporting and investing in that person and his/her business. That is one of the reason I'm paying a little bit more to those local organic farmers. And, of course, deliciousness is guaranteed!

I've been teaming up with one of my favourite couples, chefs Aiko and Hachi, and cooking some vegan, gluten-free Japanese dishes since summer of 2016. We are glad to hold our 5th pop-up dinner in Montreal next Sunday, November 5th. Most of the vegetables used will be from a biodynamic farm in Mont-Saint-Grégoire, as well as from an organic farm in Hemmingford.

For more details about this special farm-to-table, pop-up dinner : Facebook event page

Sunday, November 5th

Pop-up 和食 FARM to TABLE

vegan, gluten-free dinner at Marusan

*Only a few spots left. Reserve your spot to teamsozai@gmail.com

I have two more events coming up in November. Hope to see all your lovely faces there!

Thursday, November 9th

"THAI-ing it all up!" Evening at WICWC

As winter approaches, the best way to stay cosy & warm is to keep moving and to nourish yourself with foods that rev up your circulation and body temperature.

Why not escape with us for a taste of sunny & smily Thailand?

You will :

- Experience Thai Yoga Massage basics- Mindfully savor vegan Thai soul food & learn how to DIY at home

40$/pers fundraiser for WICWC

*Register and prepay from WICWC website

Thursday, November 30th

Plant-Based & Gluten-Free Holiday Treats

a cooking class at Kirkland Provigo Le Marché

Create attractive, healthy meals for your family and guests to celebrate the holidays. Discovering dairy-free cheese platters for wine lovers.

On the menu: nut-based cheese platters, no pasta lasagna, dark chocolate mousse.

*Register from President Choice cooking school website

Looking forward to see you at the events!

Love & gratitude,

Maya xx