This is my kitchen home and it's one of the most beautiful I've worked in. It's at Hollyhock centre on Cortes Island, BC. There are I'm sure better, greater and bigger kitchens with the latest equipment and gadgets, but does it have... an incredible view of the ocean and mountains, and windows so you can have the smell of the ocean waft in? a beautiful French-inspired organic garden/farm right outside the door where you can stroll for your produce and herbs? wooden counters, shelves and tables that remind you of an old country kitchen but with professional equipment and pantries stocked full of ingredients? cooks who have interesting hobbies like goat herding, book writing, playing music and cheese making in their spare time? people visiting who are coming to change themselves and the world? This is my world and I wanted to share a glimpse of it.
Hollyhock (www.hollyhock.ca) is a non profit educational institute dedicated to personal, professional and organizational development that advances consciousness, connection and learning toward solutions for a better future. For over 30 years, it has been a special magical place, nestled between the forest and ocean on the south eastern tip of Cortes Island, BC, about 160 kms north of Vancouver. It is run by paid staff and a volunteer service program.
