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Food. Lifestyle. Ayurveda. From the tiniest ant to the most majestic elephant, everything around us contains prana.

Welcome to The Prana Plate, a space of creating, sharing and exploring all the good things in life that raise our life force energy, our prana. The levels of prana we experience throughout the day determine the state of our minds. Prana levels are increased when we see things of beauty, hear our favourite piece of music, exchange deep and meaningful words in conversation, feel the warm embrace of another human, take the first bite of a scrumptious meal or when we take a few moments to observe our breath at the end of a long day. Through our five senses we experience all the magic that is around us. Join me on a journey as I explore the sources of prana, with food being the greatest focus. It’s all about sharing and inspiring healthier food choices for a lighter, brighter, happier state of mind!

30/09/2026

11th Ayurveda Day in Cape Town - What a beautiful afternoon celebrating Ayurveda and its place in our modern world.

Hosted by the Hindu Association of the Western Cape (HAWC), the event brought together three different aspects of Ayurveda:

🌿 Dr A. Jithoo opened with The Foundations of Ayurveda, grounding us in the principles and philosophy of this ancient science.

🌿 I had the privilege of speaking about The Six Tastes & Healing Spices in Your Kitchen — exploring how something as familiar as our food and masala dabba can offer us a deeper understanding of digestion, balance and wellbeing.

🌿 Ms P. Vassen brought the session to a close with pranayama and meditation, reminding us that wellbeing is not only about what we eat, but also how we breathe, move and care for the mind.

We then opened the floor to questions — and the interaction was wonderful! It was an opportunity to unpack some common myths and misconceptions about Ayurveda, while highlighting what makes it such a rich and integrative science of health.

A heartfelt thank you to HAWC for creating this space to celebrate Ayurveda and for recognising how its principles can complement modern medicine — bringing together different ways of understanding health to support a more holistic and sustainable approach to wellbeing.

Here’s to keeping the conversation going. ✨

Cape Town Hindu Seva Samaj

17/09/2026

This isn't a call for women to adapt further. It's a call for what surrounds them to change. 🙏

28/08/2026

A new season brings a new opportunity to reconnect with yourself! Spring is a season of renewal — making it the perfect time to pause, reset and take a closer look at what your body, mind and energy need to thrive.

🌺Ayurveda for Women’s Wellness — Spring Edition 🌺

Saturday, 5 September | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Live Online Workshop

What if feeling better starts with understanding yourself better?

Women spend so much of their lives giving, supporting, nurturing and leading — often while navigating changing bodies, shifting hormones, busy schedules and demanding lives.

But how often do we pause and ask:
What does my body actually need to thrive?

This Spring Edition is an opportunity to pause, reset and reconnect with your body through the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda.

🌿 KNOW YOURSELF — understand your unique constitution
🥗 NOURISH YOURSELF — discover how food and digestion influence wellbeing
✨ RESTORE YOURSELF — learn practical rituals to support energy, sleep, stress and balance

No complicated routines. No one-size-fits-all approach. Just practical Ayurvedic wisdom you can begin incorporating into your everyday life.

Since the workshop is online, you can join us from anywhere. 💫

Self-Investment: R550 per person
🔗 Reserve your place: https://tinyurl.com/ayuwellwomen

20/08/2026

A little appreciation post for the wonderful women who supported and even came up to me after my talk at the SPHSS Women’s Day celebration with the kindest words of encouragement ❤️

To those captured in these photographs, and to the many women (there were so many more!) I didn’t get a chance to photograph — please know how deeply I appreciated each of you. It was so special to reconnect, hear your stories, and share a few moments together.

There is something beautiful about returning to a community you have known for so long and realising just how much has changed… while somehow, so much has stayed the same. The familiar faces, the warmth, the shared memories — and yet, new conversations, new perspectives, and new possibilities.

Thank you to the entire organising team at Shree Pretoria Hindu Seva Samaj for bringing this beautiful celebration together. I hope you continue creating spaces that bring our community together, encourage meaningful conversations, and allow us to explore ideas that may challenge the norms we have inherited.

What a privilege it was to share the morning with you all. 🙏🏼

10/08/2026

It was such an honour to return to my hometown of Laudium and to the community that shaped so much of who I am, at the Shree Pretoria Hindu Seva Samaj’s Women’s Day celebration, themed “From Dharma to Dreams: Honouring the Modern-Day Devi.”

There was something especially meaningful about being back in the very community where I grew up — surrounded by many familiar faces, and meeting women whose journeys began alongside mine. The values, culture, community and foundations I received growing up have played such an important role in shaping my own journey, and to return years later and share a part of that journey felt incredibly special.

I had the privilege of speaking about how Ayurveda’s fundamental principles have always honoured the divine feminine — recognising the many dimensions of a woman and the unique strength, wisdom and nurturing energy she carries.

I also shared how many of these ancient Ayurvedic principles are finding resonance in modern scientific research, and how we can bring the wisdom of both worlds together to support the way we live today.

Whether she is nurturing a family and holding a home together, building a career, leading in the boardroom, creating, serving, or pursuing dreams of her own — every aspect of a woman’s life deserves to be supported. Ayurveda offers us timeless wisdom to help us navigate these many roles while remaining connected to ourselves.

What touched me most was seeing so many incredible women who have gone on to pursue their dreams, overcome obstacles and create meaningful lives — while still carrying that beautiful capacity to hold space for others. It was a powerful reminder of the many ways the divine feminine energy can express itself: to nurture and lead, to hold and create, to serve and soar.

Here’s to the Modern-Day Devi — honouring her dharma, dreaming without limitation, rising through every obstacle and shining fully in all that she is.

A heartfelt thank you to the Shree Pretoria Hindu Seva Samaj for inviting me to be part of such a meaningful celebration and for giving me the opportunity to return to the community that helped shape me, and share what my own journey has become.

May we continue to honour, uplift and celebrate the divine feminine — not just on Women’s Day, but every day.

29/07/2026

Happy Guru Purnima. 🙏🌕✨ May we recognise that the greatest teachers simply point us towards the truth that has always resided within us.

06/07/2026

If you're based in Pretoria, Johannesburg, or the surrounding areas, read on...

Women's Day Celebrations in Pretoria | August 2026

I am delighted to be sharing Ayurvedic wisdom with the Laudium and greater Pretoria community through a series of events designed to educate, inspire, and support women on their path to greater health and wellbeing.

From a Women's Day celebration to personalised consultations and an immersive Women's Wellness workshop, these offerings provide an opportunity to discover how Ayurveda can support energy, digestion, hormonal balance, sleep, and overall wellbeing.

🌺 Sun, 9 Aug | 9:00am onwards
Women's Day Event | From Dharma to Dreams: Honouring the Modern-Day Devi

I am honoured to be one of the guest speakers at this special Women's Day celebration hosted by the Shree Pretoria Hindu Seva Samaj. During my talk, I will be sharing insights on Ayurveda, women's health, and how we can cultivate and protect our Shakti while balancing the demands of modern life. This uplifting event brings together inspiring speakers, meaningful discussions and exciting prizes in celebration of the women who enrich our families, communities, and society.

🎟️ R250 pp | For tickets, please contact the Samaj Office: 012 374 6354 | [email protected]

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🌺 Tue–Thu, 11–13 Aug
In-Person Ayurvedic Health Consultations

If you've been looking for a personalised approach to your health, this is an opportunity to receive one-on-one Ayurvedic guidance tailored to your unique constitution, health concerns, and wellness goals.

⚠️ Limited appointments available.

🔗 Book your consultation: https://www.thepranaplate.com/offerings

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🌺 Sat, 15 Aug | 2pm – 5pm
Ayurveda for Women's Wellness: Returning to Balance Through Food, Lifestyle & Daily Rituals

A 3-hour immersive workshop designed to help women better understand their bodies, their constitution, and the practical Ayurvedic tools that can support energy, digestion, hormones, sleep, and overall wellbeing.

🎟️ R550 pp | 🔗 Save your seat: https://tinyurl.com/ayuwellwomen

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📖 My recipe book, Breakfast: Inspired by Ayurveda, featuring nourishing breakfast recipes inspired by Ayurvedic principles, will also be available for purchase.

I look forward to sharing this beautiful wisdom and connecting with you! 💕

17/06/2026

Yesterday I ordered a vegetarian pasta and a few bites later, I realised it contained chicken.

What happened next wasn't really about the food. It became a reflection on why our response to life's inconveniences often matters more than the inconvenience itself.

Swipe through for 5 lessons this unexpected lunch experience reminded me of 👉

11/06/2026

My grandmother knew this long before I did. ✨

A few drops of warm oil in the ears may seem simple, but Ayurveda has used this practice for centuries to calm the nervous system, counteract dryness, and bring balance to an overstimulated mind and body.

Sometimes wellness isn't about adding more. It's about remembering the wisdom that was already there.

As with all Ayurvedic practices, what is beneficial for one person may not be suitable for another. If you have any concerns regarding ear health or would like guidance on whether this practice is right for you, consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.

08/06/2026

I've been vegetarian for over 16 years, but that doesn't mean I think everyone should be.

One of the biggest lessons my own journey has taught me is that dietary choices are rarely black and white.

When I first stopped eating meat, I didn't automatically become healthier. Even years later, choosing vegetarian options while travelling or attending events often meant being served highly processed meals that offered very little nourishment.

This is why I've become increasingly cautious about telling someone they should eat more meat, less meat, or none at all – I need to first understand their reality.

I've shared a carousel on breaking down some important considerations before choosing a vegetarian diet - swipe through the post and let me know your thoughts.

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