About Us

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Risteard is a seasoned hospitality professional with over 35 years of experience, specializing in natural, fresh foods and holistic health modalities. His journey began in the bustling world of cafes, bars, and restaurants, where he developed a deep understanding and appreciation for high-quality, nutritious ingredients. Over time, Risteard's passion for health and wellness led him to explore innovative ways to enhance food intake and promote overall well-being.

Throughout his extensive career, Risteard has always leaned towards using natural, fresh ingredients. His holistic approach to food, life has been shaped by the belief that what we consume significantly impacts our physical and spiritual health. He understands that love and passion are essential ingredients in cooking, as the energy and intention behind food preparation can be absorbed by the food itself, affecting those who consume it.

Risteard's commitment to health and wellness goes beyond the kitchen. His personal transformation, shedding 60 lbs through plant-based nutrition, mindful practices, and innovative health hacks, went from 190lbs to 130lbs. This journey has fueled his desire to share his knowledge and experiences, helping others achieve their health goals and transform their lives.

As a hospitality systems developer, wholefoods expert chef, and now home economics teacher at Risteard's Private Guest Dwelling Risteard combines his expertise to create comprehensive, practical courses and workshops. These programs are designed to empower individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to prepare delicious, nutritious meals that support a healthy lifestyle.

Risteard’s workshops focus on fast plant-based cooking, fermentation for gut health, sprouting seeds for super energy, and creating seasonal menu cycles, which can help avoid those addictive processed menu cycles from supermarkets.

 His holistic approach ensures that participants learn not just how to cook, but how to nurture their bodies and souls through mindful eating practices. Did you know the body only requires 300 to 500g food per day.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Risteard is a passionate advocate for food justice and sustainability. He actively challenges the commercial processed food and health industry, highlighting the health risks associated with artificial and synthetic foods. His dedication to promoting natural, wholesome foods and holistic health practices has made him a respected figure in the wellness community.

Join Risteard on a transformative journey into the world of plant-based living. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner, his expertise, passion, and holistic approach will inspire you to create meals that nourish both body and soul that will question, dazzle your beliefs around meal time preparations.

Local supports are available daily to ensure you are able to progress, taste, experience and have a full understanding of how our best ingredients are sourced, packaged and cooked for you to enjoy.

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We thrive on building lasting relationships within the community. We strive to develop, and produce more local sustainable foods while using practices that promote a positive social impact that is based on truth about foods

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We thrive on building lasting relationships within the community. We strive to develop, produce more local sustainable foods while using practices that promotes a positive social impact that is based around truth about foods

We thrive on building lasting relationships within the community. We strive to develop, produce more local sustainable foods while using practices that promotes a positive social impact that is based around truth about foods