1:00 - 1:45 pm - Miller Hall 2; Are You Spice Deficient? - Ayurvedic spices : Superfoods for Flavor & Health (Stephenie Going)
Ayurveda has celebrated spices as everyday medicine for thousands of years. In this engaging workshop, you’ll explore how culinary spices support digestion, immunity, and overall vitality—and how each meal can become an opportunity for healing. Participants will learn (1) the six tastes in Ayurveda and why balanced flavor is essential for gut health, (2) how Ayurveda understands digestion as the foundation of wellness, and (3) which common spices best support digestion and metabolic strength. You’ll also gain practical tips for cooking with spices and incorporating them into teas and daily meals in simple, accessible ways.
1:00 pm - Are You Spice Deficient? (Stephenie Going)
Stephenie Going
Stephenie Going is an Ayurvedic practitioner, herbal educator, and founder of Conscious Nectar, an Ayurvedic-inspired herbal apothecary specializing in functional herbal teas, tisanes, and spice blends. Her work centers on tea as both nourishment and daily medicine, with a focus on digestion, nervous system support, and seasonal balance. Drawing from classical Ayurvedic principles, Stephenie formulates blends using whole herbs and culinary spices to support vitality and mindful ritual. She teaches approachable, experiential classes that help people understand how to select and prepare teas and spices to meet their individual needs, making traditional wisdom accessible and relevant for modern life.Please note that all ticket purchases are non-refundable. However, tickets may be transferred to another individual. If you plan to gift or transfer your class ticket, please email us with the new attendee’s full name. Education@teafestpdx.com