Five Senses: Culinary Herbs & Lunch

Engage your senses at Inner Oaks on this guided, hands-on culinary herb and lunch experience, overlooking peaceful Quinan River, near Yarmouth.

Stroll through the garden nurseries, connecting with the herbs and edible flowers, while learning tips on how to grow and use them at home. Then roll up your sleeves to help prepare a seasonal riverside lunch, featuring just‑harvested herbs paired with delicious local ingredients. Finally, sit back and savour your meal in a peaceful garden setting, keeping an eye out for the birds, butterflies, and bees that call these gardens home.

Experience Highlights:

• Enjoy a guided walk through Inner Oaks’ garden nurseries, including herbs, edible flowers, and berries with owner and local foodie host, Laura Muise
• Learn growing and harvesting insights on culinary herbs, the care they need, and how to harvest and store them
• Engage your senses while smelling, tasting, and gathering fresh herbs and edible flowers
• Create a delicious, 4-course seasonal lunch in the outdoor kitchen. Have fun and get hands-on with your guide as you transform herbs and other seasonal ingredients into flavourful and thoughtful dishes. Every experience is different, designed to your taste.
• Savour your culinary creation as you dine on the covered veranda, amongst the grapevines and overlooking the peaceful Quinan River

Menu Focus & Dates Offered:

• May 30 – Herb Introductory
• June 6 – Herb Introductory
• June 12 – Plant-based
• July 17 – Exploring High Vibrational Foods
• September 12 – Savouring the Fall Flavours

For more information on the menu, please visit: https://inneroaksholisticapproach.com/welcome-spring-2026-inner-oaks/

* Custom dates available upon request for a minimum of 8 people

Price: $89 – $99 per person + HST

Extend Your Experience with an Overnight Stay

Available exclusively for Inner Oaks guests, enjoy private overnight accommodation on-site—either the night before or after your experience for an additional $110 – $155 per night, based on room and availability.

Inner Oaks has three guest rooms with queen beds, nestled on the second floor of their farmhouse and accessed by stairs. The stylish accommodations are thoughtfully designed for relaxation and include a self-serve deluxe continental breakfast, to be enjoyed on the covered riverside veranda.

For more information and to book your experience, email Inner Oaks at: inneroaks@gmail.com.

Good to Know:

• Since Inner Oaks strives to maintain a quiet, peaceful, and reflective space with minimal disruptions, the business’ exact address will be provided when you book.
• To help ensure your comfort, please bring comfortable flat footwear for the tour of the nursery.
• The experience runs rain or shine. Please bring an umbrella or rain gear if rain is in the forecast.
• If you have any allergies, please bring all necessary medications.
• Your experience also includes access to the Inner Oaks unique gift shop.
• All ages welcome!

Conditions:

Advance booking required. Minimum of 6; maximum of 14. All experiences are to be paid in full upon booking. Inner Oaks accepts e-transfer or cash. Cancellations can be made up to 48 hours in advance prior to the event for a refund, excluding a $15 service fee. After the 48 hours the service fee increases to $25 and a refund will be issued for the remainder. If the experience is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances a full refund will be issued.