Join Kate O’Donnell, international Ayurveda teacher and author of four best-selling books on Ayurveda, for an immersive afternoon workshop and seasonal lunch.

This workshop is for anyone interested in learning how to select, prepare, and enjoy foods that help balance excess heat from an Ayurvedic perspective. A thoughtfully chosen summer diet can support clear and healthy skin, calm acid indigestion, reduce inflammation, and promote overall balance during the warmer months. Summer is naturally a time to enjoy lighter, fresher, whole foods with gentle cleansing qualities.

You’ll leave feeling inspired and confident to recreate the simple, balancing recipes we prepare together, along with a deeper understanding of healing foods for the summer season and how to use them in everyday life.

Schedule

11:00 am – 2:00 pm | Workshop An interactive workshop with Kate O’Donnell, including teaching, discussion, and practical guidance. Midway through the workshop, we will take a short break and enjoy a freshly prepared Red Grape & Cardamom drink, a cooling summer beverage from Kate’s Book: Everyday Ayurveda Guide to Self-Care. The workshop will take place at the historic barn at Stepping Stones Farm.

2:00 – 3:30 pm | Lunch & Discussion A nourishing, seasonal vegetarian lunch inspired by summer recipes from Kate’s books. We’ll continue the conversation over the meal, with space for questions, reflections, and practical tips for integrating Ayurveda into daily life. Cooking demonstrations and lunch will take place in Pamela’s beautiful kitchen and SereniTea great room just across the street.

After lunch, there will be time for a book signing for those who would like Kate to sign their books.

Stepping Stones Farm is set on beautiful land with several optional on-site experiences, including meeting the horses or booking a horseback ride. These activities must be arranged separately and communicated in advance.

Temple Forest Buddhist Monastery is within walking distance. Participants are welcome to:

• Join meditation practices with the monks

• Attend Saturday evening tea with a monk, followed by meditation and a Dhamma talk (read more here)

Just down the road, you’ll find Connolly’s Dairy Farm and Ben’s Maple Station, both only minutes away, where you can enjoy fresh raw milk, ice cream, and local maple products.

If you’d like to turn the workshop into a weekend retreat,  accommodation options are available nearby: more information coming soon

Price: $115 - Includes the full workshop and seasonal lunch

(11:00 am – 3:30 pm)

Registration, Deposit & Cancellation Policy

A $25 deposit is required at the time of registration to secure your spot (or you may choose to pay the full amount at registration). The remaining balance is due no later than three (3) days prior to the event.

This deposit allows us to confirm attendance, prepare the space, and purchase the appropriate amount of groceries for the event.

• Cancellations made more than one week prior to the event: the $25 deposit will be refunded or may be applied to a future event.

• Cancellations made within one week of the event: the $25 deposit is non-refundable due to food and event preparations already underway. However, the deposit may be applied to a future event if desired.

To register, please contact us here. 

We are grateful to share this day with you and look forward to a beautiful experience together.