A gathering that starts with 6 strangers, leading to a network of of more dinners and more people, all exploring what’s next in their lives from family to career and location to nature.
OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2023
A Beautiful Blur
It was a beautiful blur of cooking, connections, creating, and conversing. Preparing for dinners with strangers with only a week or two in between each can be chaotic, as everyone has busy lives, schedules to attend to, and commitments to self. But through it all, the people who intentionally choose to make time for this kind of experience is always apparent. Each person brought their whole selves, ready to listen and ready to share – in an open an honest way. We got to see into another world while also opening up our own to others. What a gift.
Play & Plan
What made these dinners extra special was the element of PLAY incorporated into each. When you invite adults get creative with legos, playdough, or drawing amazing things happen. We asked the question “what has been energizing you lately?” which they then had to depict with one of the three mediums. In turn we gained unique insight to each personality and energy that people bring to a room.
Family-style Autumn Meals
Beyond a playful surprise and deep conversation, we enjoyed cozy meals of autumn that were warming to the heart and soul. Sourdough miso tahini toasts, hearty soups, and decadent chocolate desserts. Each dinner was special with scents of autumn and curious humans open to new experiences.
Recipes Inspired by…
Miso Tahini Toasts with Heirloom Tomatoes & Basil
Roasted Acorn Squash with Miso Garlic and crunchy Almonds
Curried French Lentil Soup + Dusty Knuckle Sourdough 😉
Celery Root Radicchio Salad with Warm Date Dressing
Flourless Chocolate Olive Oil Cake + Cardamom Marscapone Topping
