Foraging Workshop w/Gourmet By Nature – Sean & Tara Laceby
Where
Embark on a culinary journey with Sean and Tara Laceby, the talented duo behind Gourmet By Nature. Join them as they guide participants through the picturesque and wild landscapes of Nova Scotia in search of late fall’s bountiful wild foods. Guests will also be having a refreshment break at Saltair Nordic Spa and Wellness. With an unwavering passion for nature’s treasures, Sean and Tara have been sourcing and incorporating foraged ingredients into their cooking and unique outdoor experiences throughout the year. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Nova Scotia’s wilderness and savour the flavours of the season with Gourmet By Nature.
Ticket Price: $75.00 per guest, includes transport and a light meal
Bus leaves from Devour! Studios (360 Main Street, Wolfville) at 1:00 p.m.
Schedule:
1:30 pm Arrive at destination: Long Beach (500m past the driveway to Salt Air) on Long Beach Rd
3:00 pm Salt Air Spa Tour
3:20 pm Foraged Cocktail in the Yoga Gathering Dome
3:30 – 4:30 pm Gourmet By Nature’s Foraged Food Bites with a View (parking lot area Salt Air)
Sean Laceby
Sean Laceby’s lifelong passion for the outdoors has shaped his culinary career for over 25 years. As a fine dining chef at The Blomidon Inn in Wolfville, Chef Laceby has showcased his culinary expertise. Together with his wife Tara, Laceby founded Gourmet By Nature, offering unique wild food experiences, foraging tours, and catered private events. A licensed fishing and hunting guide, he leads outdoor “wild tours” year-round, teaching guests the art of preparing gourmet dishes using Nova Scotia’s wild foods. Gourmet By Nature’s mission is to celebrate wild food, promote sustainable connections with nature, and embrace the beauty of the outdoors in every season. @gourmetbynaturewildchef
Tara Laceby
Tara Laceby is a dedicated faculty member at the Nova Scotia Community College, imparting knowledge in office technology, tourism marketing, and entrepreneurship. Beyond academia, her passions extend to the outdoors, flowers, and the culinary realm—particularly food and wine, which captivated her as she earned her Sommelier certification in 2011. Embracing life’s adventures with her three children and her husband Sean, known as the Wild Chef, Laceby finds solace on their small farm in the Annapolis Valley. Together, they helm Gourmet By Nature, offering immersive wild food guiding and year-round culinary experiences, showcasing their shared love for nature and gastronomy. @taralaceby
