Hello! I’m Gates, Executive Chef at The COOP of Collège Boréal and Knowhere Public House in Sudbury, Ontario. With over 25 years in the culinary world, I’m passionate about creating dishes that honour Northern Ontario’s rich flavours and ingredients. Working with local farmers, producers, and foragers, I emphasize sustainable, seasonal cooking that fosters community and supports our region. Through my cable TV show, cooking classes, and catering, I aim to inspire a love for fresh, locally sourced food and mindful eating. My mission is to connect people through food, celebrating the unique tastes and stories that each meal brings.

Learn to make Sauerkraut with our very own Erin Nadon! Garth’s class sold out, and so we offer a second class. Erin will be assisting Garth with his class, and in addition she has an extensive background in fermentation , having studied with famous fermentor and author, Sandor Katz. This is a pay what you can class on Saturday Dec 14 from 1-3 at Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria

Learn how to turn a hog carcass into choice cuts!

Celebrate connections and create lasting memories with Permanent Jewellery! These custom-fit bracelets, necklaces, or anklets are made without a clasp and are designed to stay with you always.

Choose from a stunning selection of sterling silver, gold-filled chains, and charms, available for purchase during the session. Whether it’s a symbol of a special bond or simply a personal touch of elegance, Permanent Jewellery is a beautiful way to carry your story wherever you go.

Be sure to visit the Pop-Up Jewellery Show hosted by Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria to experience Devarati’s handcrafted collections:
✨ Dec 4 | 12 PM – 5 PM
✨ Dec 5 & 6 | 9 AM – 6 PM
✨ Dec 7 | 10 AM – 2 PM

Explore the fascinating world of gems and minerals and their potential to inspire healing, balance, and transformation. In this engaging session, Devarati will share insights into how these natural treasures have been used for centuries to support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Discover the stories behind the stones and how incorporating them into your life—whether through jewellery or mindful practices—can help you embrace peace and connect with the beauty of nature.

Be sure to visit the Pop-Up Jewellery Show hosted by Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria to experience Devarati’s handcrafted collections:
✨ Dec 4 | 12 PM – 5 PM
✨ Dec 5 & 6 | 9 AM – 6 PM
✨ Dec 7 | 10 AM – 2 PM

Learn how to turn a hog carcass into choice cuts!

Learn the art of sauerkraut-making with Garth Wunsch, a passionate gardener and fermentation expert! Join us on November 30th, from 1:00 to 3:30 PM at Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria in Sudbury.

Discover traditional techniques, health benefits, and tips for creating your own delicious sauerkraut at home. Perfect for beginners and seasoned fermenters alike!

Kim Fahner, a writer and former poet laureate from Sudbury, Ontario, is celebrating her debut novel, The Donoghue Girl, a historical fiction published by Latitude 46 Publishing. Set in the 1930s in the Northern Ontario mining town of Creighton, the novel tells the story of Lizzie Donoghue, a young woman determined to break free from the expectations and limitations of her era. The story captures Lizzie’s journey, as she navigates complex family dynamics and her burgeoning relationship with a new mine manager, against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world on the brink of WWII.

Known for her work as a poet, playwright, and teacher, Fahner brings her poetic touch to this richly evocative setting, offering readers an intimate look at both personal and community challenges in this historical era. This book signing event is a unique opportunity to meet Kim Fahner and hear more about her inspirations and creative process for this moving debut novel​. Join us for tea and snacks between 11am and 2pm!

Its been a long time Sudbury! We're looking forward to connecting with new and dedicated friends of the Drum

Drumming is an ancient healing tool, and it's time to reclaim it for your own sacred healing. We will dive into the ancient teachings of the drum; how to use it and reclaiming it as our birth rite.

Are you ready to let go of some anger and frustration and replace them with a sense of #gentlestrength Trapped emotions, especially anger, have a negative effect on your health and well-being.

Drumming for Trauma Release events, are open to everyone over the age of 18.

Drumming for Trauma Release will assist you in releasing pent up and stuck emotions that contribute to all forms of illness.

"We're not drumming to handle trauma: we're used to trauma. We're drumming to learn to handle JOY!"

Tea for Herbalists!

This is a time to get to know each other and share stories about our interactions with plants!

Pork Night!

Let’s create some delicious pork meals that you can take home and enjoy after class!

Pounding the pork for schnitzel and roulade, making your own bread crumbs, and of course chopping fresh herbs and garlic to marinate your kebab meats! All while making friends, learning skills and tips and having a good laugh!

Autumn Meditation Workshops

Discover the magic of winter with our exclusive Autumn Meditation Workshops, designed to bring serenity and clarity to your life. Dive into a transformative experience that allows you to center yourself, rejuvenate your spirit, and master engaging meditation techniques each week.

When: Monday nights, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, every other week
Dates: September 23, Oct 7, Oct 21 and Nov 4, 2024
Where: Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria:  815 Lauren Street, Sudbury ON

Pricing:

• Series Package:

  $150 (including taxes)

• Drop-in:

  $25 per session

Why Join Us?

• Elevate Your Mind:

  Each session features guided meditations led by expert Yoga Therapist Dan Greene, designed to calm your mind, restore your energy, and enhance your inner peace.

• Exclusive Atmosphere:

  Experience the luxury of a small group setting with only 10 participants, ensuring personalized attention and a nurturing environment.

• Transformative Benefits:

  Enjoy the profound effects of regular meditation, including reduced stress, heightened focus, and a deepened sense of tranquility.

Secure your place in this special winter series by pre-registering today. A minimum of 6 pre-registrations, paid in full, is required to launch these sessions. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of inner discovery and renewal. Spaces are limited—reserve yours now!

The cold weather is upon us and we crave the comforts of a soup, all kinds of soup. We will learn stuffings for wontons, we will create Cream of mushroom and how does a pureed squash soup sound to eat and to take home!

Let us gather, cook, laugh and lean!

With Halloween around the corner let’s create a classic Halloween Treat. Come make your own batch of candy apples to take home or even just share with yourself!

Pasta Night

Colder weather makes us crave those carbs which makes us feel warm inside, so let’s make our own and feel better about what we eat! Ravioli, cannelloni and spaghetti let’s not forget a bolognaise to accompany our pasta.

Autumn Meditation Workshops

Discover the magic of winter with our exclusive Autumn Meditation Workshops, designed to bring serenity and clarity to your life. Dive into a transformative experience that allows you to center yourself, rejuvenate your spirit, and master engaging meditation techniques each week.

When: Monday nights, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, every other week
Dates: September 23, Oct 7, Oct 21 and Nov 4, 2024
Where: Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria:  815 Lauren Street, Sudbury ON

Pricing:

• Series Package:

  $150 (including taxes)

• Drop-in:

  $25 per session

Why Join Us?

• Elevate Your Mind:

  Each session features guided meditations led by expert Yoga Therapist Dan Greene, designed to calm your mind, restore your energy, and enhance your inner peace.

• Exclusive Atmosphere:

  Experience the luxury of a small group setting with only 10 participants, ensuring personalized attention and a nurturing environment.

• Transformative Benefits:

  Enjoy the profound effects of regular meditation, including reduced stress, heightened focus, and a deepened sense of tranquility.

Secure your place in this special winter series by pre-registering today. A minimum of 6 pre-registrations, paid in full, is required to launch these sessions. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of inner discovery and renewal. Spaces are limited—reserve yours now!

Sausages- How to make

With the loom of the Winter months ahead just around the corner, we will be learning about pork how to make our own sausages! At this time of year we are in a nesting hibernation mode and what better way to celebrate than to create.

Would you like to elevate your well-being and experience the benefits of meditation; heightened awareness, improved health and relationships, experience more joy, peace and gratitude, and empowered life choices?

Over the course of 4 sessions, we will introduce meditation to participants with practical exercises you can take home and try out. There will be conversations and sharing of tools, time to practice, and time for questions.

"Mother Earth's medicine chest is full of healing herbs of incomparable worth." - Robin Rose Bennett

A fun and interactive workshop to discover the power of healing herbs that are available right in your backyard. Join us at Season's to learn about the properties of local medicinal plants and how to use them! April Lilley will share step by step instructions for everyone to make their very own healing teas and salves.

All provided materials are hand-picked and wild-crafted.

Prepare & take home:

your own healing tea
your own medicinal salve

Cost $75/person To register for this unique experience e-transfer thelilleywell@gmail.com

Space is limited.

About your Host: April has been wildcrafting with her mother since early childhood. She remembers childhood hikes that included how to use certain plants for tea or in a salad or as a substitute for chewing gum! As a result, picking plants and turning them into food, tea and medicine is as natural as taking a walk in the park. April has spent most of her adult life learning from experts in the fields of alternative medicine including wildcrafting, herbalism, sound healing, meditation, yoga, sacred dance and more. April has a friendly and empathetic style of teaching that allows her to adapt in leading both beginners and those with experience. She continues to grow with an adaptability, courage and strength she attributes to deep curiosity and a love of learning!

April's motto: If you can walk, you can dance; if you can talk, you can sing; if you can breathe, you can do yoga; and to truly learn, you must teach!!

The PIE Edition!

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we will be learning about how to make pies! At this time of year, pumpkins are in full force! Learn about pork leaf lard, real butter, pumpkins and custard!

Would you like to elevate your well-being and experience the benefits of meditation; heightened awareness, improved health and relationships, experience more joy, peace and gratitude, and empowered life choices?

Over the course of 4 sessions, we will introduce meditation to participants with practical exercises you can take home and try out. There will be conversations and sharing of tools, time to practice, and time for questions.

Autumn Meditation Workshops

Discover the magic of winter with our exclusive Autumn Meditation Workshops, designed to bring serenity and clarity to your life. Dive into a transformative experience that allows you to center yourself, rejuvenate your spirit, and master engaging meditation techniques each week.

When: Monday nights, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, every other week
Dates: September 23, Oct 7, Oct 21 and Nov 4, 2024
Where: Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria:  815 Lauren Street, Sudbury ON

Pricing:

• Series Package:

  $150 (including taxes)

• Drop-in:

  $25 per session

Why Join Us?

• Elevate Your Mind:

  Each session features guided meditations led by expert Yoga Therapist Dan Greene, designed to calm your mind, restore your energy, and enhance your inner peace.

• Exclusive Atmosphere:

  Experience the luxury of a small group setting with only 10 participants, ensuring personalized attention and a nurturing environment.

• Transformative Benefits:

  Enjoy the profound effects of regular meditation, including reduced stress, heightened focus, and a deepened sense of tranquility.

Secure your place in this special winter series by pre-registering today. A minimum of 6 pre-registrations, paid in full, is required to launch these sessions. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of inner discovery and renewal. Spaces are limited—reserve yours now!

Would you like to elevate your well-being and experience the benefits of meditation; heightened awareness, improved health and relationships, experience more joy, peace and gratitude, and empowered life choices?

Over the course of 4 sessions, we will introduce meditation to participants with practical exercises you can take home and try out. There will be conversations and sharing of tools, time to practice, and time for questions.

Would you like to elevate your well-being and experience the benefits of meditation; heightened awareness, improved health and relationships, experience more joy, peace and gratitude, and empowered life choices?

Over the course of 4 sessions, we will introduce meditation to participants with practical exercises you can take home and try out. There will be conversations and sharing of tools, time to practice, and time for questions.

Autumn Meditation Workshops

Discover the magic of winter with our exclusive Autumn Meditation Workshops, designed to bring serenity and clarity to your life. Dive into a transformative experience that allows you to center yourself, rejuvenate your spirit, and master engaging meditation techniques each week.

When: Monday nights, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, every other week
Dates: September 23, Oct 7, Oct 21 and Nov 4, 2024
Where: Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria:  815 Lauren Street, Sudbury ON

Pricing:

• Series Package:

  $150 (including taxes)

• Drop-in:

  $25 per session

Why Join Us?

• Elevate Your Mind:

  Each session features guided meditations led by expert Yoga Therapist Dan Greene, designed to calm your mind, restore your energy, and enhance your inner peace.

• Exclusive Atmosphere:

  Experience the luxury of a small group setting with only 10 participants, ensuring personalized attention and a nurturing environment.

• Transformative Benefits:

  Enjoy the profound effects of regular meditation, including reduced stress, heightened focus, and a deepened sense of tranquility.

Secure your place in this special winter series by pre-registering today. A minimum of 6 pre-registrations, paid in full, is required to launch these sessions. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of inner discovery and renewal. Spaces are limited—reserve yours now!

Autumn Meditation Workshops

Discover the magic of winter with our exclusive Autumn Meditation Workshops, designed to bring serenity and clarity to your life. Dive into a transformative experience that allows you to center yourself, rejuvenate your spirit, and master engaging meditation techniques each week.

When: Monday nights, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, every other week
Dates: September 23, Oct 7, Oct 21 and Nov 4, 2024
Where: Seasons Pharmacy and Culinaria:  815 Lauren Street, Sudbury ON

Pricing:

• Series Package:

  $150 (including taxes)

• Drop-in:

  $25 per session

Why Join Us?

• Elevate Your Mind:

  Each session features guided meditations led by expert Yoga Therapist Dan Greene, designed to calm your mind, restore your energy, and enhance your inner peace.

• Exclusive Atmosphere:

  Experience the luxury of a small group setting with only 10 participants, ensuring personalized attention and a nurturing environment.

• Transformative Benefits:

  Enjoy the profound effects of regular meditation, including reduced stress, heightened focus, and a deepened sense of tranquility.

Secure your place in this special winter series by pre-registering today. A minimum of 6 pre-registrations, paid in full, is required to launch these sessions. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of inner discovery and renewal. Spaces are limited—reserve yours now!

Join us for a conversation about St. Johnswort! We are foragers studying plant medicines with the additional input of a pharmacist. It’s the Feast of St. John! Find out what that connection is all about!