Soil to Soul: A Regenerative Journey in Food & Wellbeing

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025 at 11:00 pm to Tue, 25 Nov, 2025 at 06:30 am UTC+13:00

33 Hereweka St, Portobello, Dunedin 9014, New Zealand | Dunedin

Mind & Nature NZ
Publisher/HostMind & Nature NZ
Soil to Soul: A Regenerative Journey in Food & Wellbeing
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Beneath our feet lies a living world that nourishes every leaf, every meal and even the balance of our minds.
In this one-of-a-kind workshop, Dunedin-trained psychiatrist and founder of Mind & Nature Dr Ivan Lin teams up with Gisborne’s favourite soil agroecologist Jacopo Orazi from Radice Soil Solutions to explore the science and soul of how we nourish both land and self.
Together, we'll journey into how regenerative agriculture and nutritional psychiatry are deeply interconnected—through the gut microbiome, the quality of our food, our connection to nature and our collective future. Come spend the day with us immersed in the beauty of the Otago Peninsula, where soil, food and soul come together in an unforgettable experience.
Programme Highlights
🧠 Food, Soil & Mental Health Insights – latest insights from Dr Ivan Lin
🔬 Live Soil Microscopy + Food Nutrient Density Testing with a Refractometer – demonstration by soil agroecologist Jacopo Orazi
🌿 Herb and W**d Foraging + Pesto Making – by former Wild Dunedin Festival Director Jeannie Hayden from Jeannie’s Kitchen Garden
🍽️ Spectacular Seasonal Lunch on a Grazing Table – crafted by Chef Gus Hayden including his award-winning Augustines of Central preserves
💬 Why Attend?
🌱 Gain a fresh perspective on the soil-gut-brain connection and how food affects your mood
🌱 Experience hands-on learning in foraging, soil microscopy and food nutrient density testing
🌱 Enjoy a shared meal prepared with fresh seasonal and foraged ingredients
🌱 Connect with like-minded people in a beautiful farm cafe setting
Please Note: This workshop is intended for educational purposes only and the information provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professionals with any questions you may have regarding your individual health or medical condition.
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33 Hereweka St, Portobello, Dunedin 9014, New Zealand, 33 Hereweka St, Portobello, Dunedin 9014, New Zealand, Dunedin

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