Originally introduced as ROOTED, the gathering is entering a new chapter as Nene, a name chosen by Sarah meaning land, earth or territory in her language.
“Steeped in Story” explores Chef Sarah Meconse Mierau’s approach to food, plant knowledge and the tea-blending experience at the heart of Nene.
Chef Sarah Meconse Mierau (Sayisi Dene First Nation) is the founder of Tradish. Her work is grounded in Indigenous foodways, plant knowledge, and the sharing of knowledge through lived experience and community connection.
Nene is a small-group cultural gathering guided by Chef Sarah Meconse Mierau.
Through tea blending, shared food and conversation, Sarah shares plant knowledge and cultural teachings through her lived experience.
The gathering is intentionally paced, creating space for connection, reflection and care around the table.
November 7: Vancouver, location to be announced
Nene is preparing to move into a new Vancouver home. More details will be shared soon.
A mobile version of Nene may be hosted at a private venue, workplace, or retreat with advance notice. Travel and setup fees may apply. For details, contact info@chewonthistastytours.com.
Saturday, November 7
Vancouver, location to be announced
Capacity is intentionally limited to preserve the intimacy of the gathering.
Nene is also available for private groups of 6–16 guests.
Bookings are confirmed with a minimum of 10 days’ notice to ensure alignment with the host, space, and experience.
Please reach out for availability.
Questions? Email us at:
info@chewonthistastytours.com
Here's a list of the most common questions and answers about this culinary experience.
Nene is led by Sarah and produced in collaboration with Chew On This Tasty Tours. It is shaped by Sarah’s knowledge, plants, food and perspective, with Sarah retaining full authority over the cultural knowledge and stories she chooses to share.
You begin with a tea blending experience, using traditional plants and medicines, guided by Sarah. From there, the group settles in for a seasonal lunch she prepares, with conversation and stories woven through the meal. The pace is unhurried, and the setting is intimate.
Sarah is a member of the Sayisi Dene First Nation and the founder of Tradish. Nene is her experience, hosted in her space and shaped by her knowledge, her plants, and her perspective. Her work is grounded in Indigenous foodways and plant knowledge, shared through lived experience and community connection.
About 2.5 hours, at a relaxed pace that leaves room to settle in and connect without feeling rushed.
A guided tea blending experience, a seasonal shared meal prepared by Sarah, and a personal tea blend to take home.
All dates will be held in Vancouver. New venue details to come.
Nene is designed for small groups, with a minimum of 6 guests.
Nene is primarily offered by request for private groups, with a small number of public dates released seasonally.
Upcoming 2026 public date on November 7 (Vancouver; location to be announced).
Private gatherings are available by request. Contact us with your group size and preferred dates.
Otherwise, join one of our upcoming public dates:
September 26 (Fort Langley)
and
November 7 (Vancouver)
Yes. Nene is most often arranged as a private gathering, with at least two weeks’ notice. It’s a fit for retreats, team gatherings, birthdays, anniversaries, and other occasions where people want time around the table together. To arrange a private session, simply inquire.
Simply inquire to secure a private session.
A version of Nene may be brought to private venues, workplaces, or retreats with advance notice. Reach out to discuss what’s possible.
Travel expenses apply.
Reach out in advance so we can understand your needs and confirm what’s possible within the space.
Sarah works with seasonal and traditional ingredients and can accommodate many dietary needs with advance notice. Let us know any requirements when booking.
Yes. The experience is meant to be welcoming, not performative. Guests leave with a better understanding of the plants, traditions, and stories tied to this place, regardless of what they came in knowing.
It’s often the experience people choose for milestone birthdays, Mother’s Day, or moments when they want to give something with more depth than the usual options. The tea blending adds a personal, hands-on element that stays with people.
It’s more intimate, more rooted in a single place and a single host’s story, and it moves more slowly. Where The Village Table and The Downtown Table move between several stops, Nene unfolds entirely at Tradish, around one table, with one chef. It’s a different kind of depth.
No. Nene is one way to spend time with Sarah in a small-group setting. She also offers catering and other experiences and workshops through Tradish directly.
Yes. Nene was originally introduced as ROOTED and began at Tradish: The Ancestor Café in Fort Langley. As the experience enters a new chapter, Sarah has chosen the name Nene, meaning land, earth or territory in her language.
The heart of the gathering remains the same: time around the table with Sarah, exploring plants, blending tea, sharing food and conversation.
Our boutique-style tours offer the smallest group sizes in the industry, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience. However, if you're looking to organize a larger group than what we offer in our standard package, we can accommodate your needs upon request. We understand that planning the perfect adventure for a larger group can be daunting. That's why we take care of everything for you. Simply show up and indulge in the journey, knowing we've meticulously planned every detail for your enjoyment. Inquire below to learn more about our larger group tour options.
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