Learn how to forage and identify edible plants from their look, touch, taste, and smell. During this workshop, your senses will be awakened with an 8-course tasting feast of indigenous plants ending with botanical Summer Cocktails around the fire.
Part art installation, part cooking lesson, part nature walk, the Art of Foraging explores new dimensions of wisdom, wonder, and well-being.
Danish botanical artist Mamakan invites you to experience Nordic-style food and drinks with New Zealand native plants.
Each walk is bespoke, small, and outdoors with plenty of space to indulge your senses at Velskougaard, a native forest farm in New Zealand - just 35 minutes from Auckland CBD.
RSVP Spaces are limited. Questions are welcome on 027 220 9107 or mamakan@mamakan.com.
Saturday Afternoon 2-6 pm - a few spaces!
Sunday Afternoon 2-6 pm - sold out!
Venue: Velskougard, Parau (10 minutes from Titirangi, Waitakere). Directions and free parking will be emailed to you a few days before the workshop.
Bookings
One ticket: 249 NZ$
Couple tickets - 2 people: $399 - save $99
Group of 4 people: $798 - save $197
If you are more than 4 people, we can look at a private event just for you.
Payments
Tickets include all tastings of food and drinks. Proceeds will help fund the restoration and protection of the biodiversity of the Velskougaard forest.
Online payment: See the form below.
Payment by bank transfer: Send your name(s) to mamakan@mamakan.com or text 0272209107. After confirmation, please transfer your payment to Velskou Farm account 0208200648697000.
REVIEWS
"I thoroughly recommend this experience to young and old. If we're lucky enough to live in paradise, the least we can do is make ourselves aware of the wonder that surrounds us! I was lucky to be given this as a birthday gift. It's truly the gift that will keep on giving now that my interest is piqued… and it's also my number one option for gifts to friends" - Michael Hall.
"I returned feeling very grounded and in awe of the native plants we live amongst. The smells and tastes we experienced were incredible. All beautiful magic potions! A very welcoming sense of "homecoming" opportunity for all of us, new migrants, visitors, and residents. I will be recommending The Art of Foraging to many special people". - Renee Tanner
"A reinvigorating encounter that captivates all of the senses. This made me realize the great multitude of amazing multi-purposed native plants surrounding us, whether at the local park or in the ancient national forests. Mamakan teaches through storytelling, and her experiences engage you in a world more connected to nature. A grounding experience to reset from the disconnectedness of the modern age" - Frasier Cho
Note: These events are weather-dependent. If a session is postponed, you can choose between future dates. You are welcome to gift or transfer your booking to friends or family. Please note that these events are fundraisers for native forest conservation and, therefore, are not refundable. Funds raised are used for conservation and cultivation efforts.