A nonprofit organization in SLO County whose mission is to provide Healing Foods to those in critical need, along with education and resources.
Food Programs
Nutrient dense, mineral rich meals are available through our Wellness Foods To-Go program, our Healing Foods delivery program and our daily lunch menu. Menus are based on both specific dietary needs and seasonal availability of the freshest organic ingredients. More information on our Food Programs can be found on our site.
Education
The Wellness Kitchen and Resource Center (TheWKRC) features hands-on wellness and therapeutic cooking classes, health and nutrition lectures and demonstrations led by health professionals, guest chefs, nutrition educators, organic ranchers and farmers. Topics include a wide variety of foods and techniques ranging from low sodium, dairy or gluten-free cooking to ingredients and combinations designed for specific health conditions such as cancer, diabetes, heart health, allergies and digestive issues. Our curriculum and classes will enlighten and give you the tools for a more healthy approach to recovery and life. We feature our Food as Medicine Series; Cancer Fighting Nutrition 101; Raw Foods 101; Hands-on Cooking Series and the NEW Three-Way Cooking Series.
Individual Consultations
As the father of medicine, Hippocrates said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Holistic Health Practitioner, Stephanie Austin will teach you how food is your ally in wellness. Using personal health evaluations and small group coaching programs, she will help you address your specific health concerns and dietary needs. Whether you want personalized Chef Training in one of Chef Nancy's hands-on programs or personalized coaching with Holistic Health Practitioner, Stephanie Austin, we have what's right for you.
Gluten-Free and Low Glycemic Bakery
Rosemary Hawthorne, owner of Bless Your Heart Baking, has created gluten-free and low-glycemic alternatives in baked goods and confections. Bless Your Heart Baking products have no high glycemic sweeteners, corn sugars, chemicals, preservatives and white flours. Her tremendously healthy products are organic and made with only natural sweeteners. Gluten-free baking classes are also available. Stop in to see her selection!
Catering
Catering of “S.O.U.L. Food” – Seasonal, Organic, Unrefined, Local foods is available and can be tailored to special dietary needs/requests. Contact Us for a quote!
Resources
Like our name suggests, we are The Wellness Kitchen AND Resource Center. Check out our Resources page for local places to shop; links to affiliates; referrals to like-minded associates and more! Visit us at TheWKRC and relax in our lounge area, sit by the fireplace while you enjoy a cup of herbal tea. And while you're here, browse through our collection of healthy cookbooks, healthy specific subjects and motivation stories.
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