HEALING CULINARY EXPERIENCES
Transforming Grief into Food that Nourishes the Soul, with Women that Feel Like Home
Roots & Returns intertwines food, culture, and emotional healing, specifically for women experiencing grief. Unlike traditional support systems, we create immersive culinary experiences that honor personal and cultural narratives, fostering a sense of community and connection while providing a safe space for reflection and renewal. This blend of culinary artistry and emotional support empowers individuals to transform their grief into a source of inspiration and resilience.
Restoring Ourselves by Returning to Our Roots
Imagine gathering around a table filled with nostalgic dishes made with intention. Each bite evokes love and comfort, allowing individuals to share their stories and find solace together. At Roots & Returns, you are transported back to a time when you felt unwavering love, joy and a true sense of community.
In a world where overstimulation seems unavoidable and the hamster wheel of life is overwhelming, so many women are left feeling alone and depleted. Roots & Returns restores the nurturing feeling of wisdom and tradition that once existed in our neighborhoods, our backyards, our get-togethers and our kitchens.
PREVIEW A WORKSHOP
Experience Roots & Returns For Yourself
At times, it hard to truly capture the feeling that one experiences when attending a workshop. We invite you to take a peek behind the curtain
CULINARY OFFERINGS
Choose Your Path To Healing
We acknowledge the hard work you’re putting into healing and the courage it takes to seek support. Our services are designed to empower you through transformative culinary experiences that honor your memories, foster community, and celebrate your cultural heritage. Together, we’ll create a nurturing space where you can explore your feelings, find inspiration, and reclaim your sense of self.
The Truth About Grief
Grief is an emotional and physical response to loss. It's often associated with death, but there are countless life experiences that thrust us into a state of grief. The loss of a friendship. The loss of a job. The loss the person we used to be before children, spouses and life's responsibilities.
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Grief is inevitable. When we hold space for our feelings and seek the support of others, our grief can be managed. Some of the common difficulties associated with grief are:
ISOLATION
IN GRIEF
Many women feel alone in their grief, struggling to find spaces where they can share their feelings and experiences.
DIFFICULTY IN
PROCESSING EMOTIONS
Grief can be overwhelming, making it hard for individuals to process their emotions.
LOSS OF
CULTURAL CONNECTION
After a loss, individuals may feel disconnected from their cultural roots and traditions.
REVIEWS
What Women Love the Most About Roots & Returns
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The Tribe You've been Seeking is One Click Away
Our Facebook Community is a loving space cultivated in positivity, inspiration, sharing and great story telling. We hold space for grief, but above all, we support each other as we work towards healing. Share recipes, share resources, make a friend, but start by joining.
IT'S TIME THAT WE MEET
Hi, I'm Alisha Smith
I’m a Food Culture Nostalgist dedicated to empowering women, particularly from marginalized communities, who are navigating grief and loss.​ I created Roots & Returns after ..... I designed this community to be everything I needed to get me back to myself by getting back to my roots.
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This space is for you. I invite you to stay a while. Find a recipe or an excerpt that speaks to your soul. If this space feels good to you, I encourage you to subscribe, join our community and experience healing through cooking and culture.
THOUGHTS ON GRIEF & COMMUNITY
FEATURED RECIPES
BRANDS THAT JUST FEEL LIKE HOME
BACK TO THE BASICS
Evolving Starts with Returning to the Foundation from Whence you Came
Reconnect with your cultural heritage and personal memories while fostering a sense of identity and belonging that can be profoundly comforting during times of loss. Women walk away from a healing culinary experience feeling...
Rejuvenated and emotionally fulfilled, having established meaningful connections that foster a sense of belonging and support.
Gratitude from inclusive culinary experiences that honor their cultural heritage, allowing them to express themselves and connect with others.
Resilient having gained the strength to pursue their passions and dreams, recognizing their worth and potential for growth.