Why? Practice enjoying the food you eat every day.

I find myself mindlessly eating all too often - scrolling on my phone while chewing, racing through meals, barely tasting what I worked so hard to buy / prepare. Grateful eating combines the practice of mindfulness with appreciation for our food, the places it comes from, and the people who brought it to us.

Research suggests that mindful eating helps people savor food more, eat satisfying amounts, and develop a healthier relationship with eating - not through rules or restrictions, but through presence and awareness.

What? A mindful meal at a local restaurant.

Come hungry! We'll practice eating without phones, savoring each bite, and chatting with friends.

We'll split up into tables and take turns (one table at a time) mindfully and silently enjoying the food we have.

Before heading out please leave a tip, and write a note thanking someone in the restaurant for the food, the service, etc. Pens and paper will be provided.