More Than Just a Meal: Stories, Stir-frys, and New Friends
Tonight at St. Joseph’s was one of those nights that hits you right in the heart. We started with over 50 boxes of donated tofu and 6-8bags of fresh veggies…
Beyond the Plate: Why We’re Cultivating Community Resilience
There is something profound that happens when people sit down to share a meal. But there is something even more transformative that happens when a community gathers to talk about…
Roots That Reach Further: Why I Choose to Build Community Through Flowers and Food
People often ask me, "Jane, why do you focus so much on flowers for the past few years and even on food recently?" It’s a simple question with a deep…
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Flowers & Food – Double the Joy: Our Eco-Floral Art Social Success
What a weekend! If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you combine fresh blooms, home-cooked food, and an open heart, let me tell you: it’s magic. From Small Workshops to…
Celebrating Community: Join Us for a Day of Flowers, Food, and Connection
There is something truly special about how a simple shared meal or a creative afternoon can bridge the distance between neighbors. Recipe of Life has been dedicated to just that…
Round 2 Done! Another gathering filled with love, laughter, and living
(Warning —When gratitude overflows, words follow…... 💛) I spent the whole day reflecting on what “community” truly means, and why even a small gathering like ours yesterday left all of…
🍛 Cooking for Connections — Back by Popular Demand! 🍜
Our first event was such a hit that we’re doing it again! 🎉 Now going to celebrate the Holiday Season, over Asian Food! Join us for another heartwarming afternoon where…
Bringing Cultures Together Through Asian Flavors — A Thanksgiving Celebration ❤️
🍁 A Truly Special Thanksgiving! 🍁 😋 This Thanksgiving felt extra special — not just because of the delicious food, but because of the wonderful people who came together to…
Cooking for Connections: A Thanksgiving Community Meal
As an Asian immigrant, I’ve always wanted to connect with my neighbors in a casual, friendly way. After spending a few years here in Richmond, BC, Canada, I’ve been blessed…
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A Day at the Food Bank
This day I joined Kathy to go to the food bank as she needs to pick up food to cook the community meals at St. Joseph the Worker Parish. I…
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Happy Lantern Festival!
Together with my volunteers, I had an amazing Lunar New Year celebration at Collingwood Neighbourhood House in Vancouver, featuring delicious food and beautiful floral bouquets (my specialty!). Photos with Special…
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🍜A charitable community meal to celebrate inclusivity
Warning: This post might just be a little tear bomb - so, read at your own heart’s risk. If you had asked me just a few weeks ago how I…