Embracing Nature with Veld & Sea: A Journey of Foraging and Connection

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Veld & Sea offers immersive, educational, and engaging experiences, introducing attendees to the wonders of wild food foraging and the art of connecting with the environment.

The Route to Veld & Sea

The journey to Veld & Sea is an adventure filled with picturesque scenery, weaving through mountains and coastal areas.

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The World of Veld & Sea

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with warmth and open arms into Roushanna Gray’s world, where they will learn about wild food and the artful connection they can make with nature. Veld & Sea’s glasshouse serves as the classroom for interactive, seasonal workshops, boasting an array of thrifted trinkets, flora, and books, creating an atmosphere that is both soothing and inspiring.

The Journey of Roushanna Gray

Founded by Roushanna Gray, Veld & Sea is rooted in her family’s history and knowledge passed down through generations. Roushanna initially began her journey into the world of wild food with a tea garden, offering unique wild-flavored tea and treats, such as her famous carrot cake infused with wild mint.

Seasonal Workshops

Veld & Sea workshops focus on different aspects of nature depending on the season, teaching coastal foraging in summer, wild land foraging in winter, celebrating the world of flowers in spring and embracing the in-between and imperfect integration of nature in autumn.

The Workshop Experience

The workshops begin with a cup of tea, followed by a display of foraged items that attendees can use to personalize their flavor profiles. As guests learn to identify edible plants and create delicious concoctions, Roushanna emphasizes the importance of being confident that the ingredients are accurately identified and safe to consume.

Sharing a meal together at Veld & Sea is a significant aspect of the experience, evoking a sense of community that is often overlooked in our daily lives.

Booking and Accommodation

Veld & Sea workshops are an unforgettable and inspiring experience, offering a unique opportunity to learn about the natural world and form connections with others who share a passion for nature. To book a workshop, visit veldandsea.com. Prices range from R650 to R1,200 per person for group bookings, while private experiences are priced at R4,000 for two people, R3,000 for 3–7 people, and R1,750 for 8–12 people.

For those interested in extending their stay, Veld & Sea offers the Surf Shack accommodation, a refurbished caravan perfect for adventure-seekers. Overnight stays are available for R650 per person, per night.

Future Offerings

Additional offerings such as talks, live shows, guided yoga, art classes, and more are planned for the future, with events to be held in a new, eco-conscious amphitheater.

Discover the magic of Veld & Sea at 7976 Plateau Road, Cape Peninsula, and be wildly inspired by @veldandsea on Instagram.

Aiden Abrahams is a Cape Town-based journalist who chronicles the city’s shifting political landscape for the Weekend Argus and Daily Maverick. Whether tracking parliamentary debates or tracing the legacy of District Six through his family’s own displacement, he roots every story in the voices that braid the Peninsula’s many cultures. Off deadline you’ll find him pacing the Sea Point promenade, debating Kaapse klopse rhythms with anyone who’ll listen.

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