$1,250 Scholarship for Native Students – Deadline July 31, 2024!

The deadline for our annual $1,250 scholarship is fast approaching, offering a fantastic opportunity for Native students to finance their education. As we continue to grow our product sales, we are excited about the potential to expand the scholarship fund, providing even more opportunities for deserving students in the future. This scholarship is open to […]

Interview with an Indigenous Chef: Destiny Moser

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Name:  Destiny Moser Location:  Kitchener, Ontario Education/background: Honours – Specialist Chef, Liaison College Business name (if applicable): FoodZen Tribal affiliation: Ojibwe part of the Rainy River First Nations What led to your passion for indigenous foods? Here’s a bit of background: my mom was part of the Sixties Scoop, taken from her community at 4 […]

Three ways to incorporate dandelions into your home and kitchen

Wild dandelions, often seen as pesky weeds, are a versatile and nutritious ingredient that can be used in dozens of ways. Packed with vitamins and minerals, every part of the dandelion, from root to flower, offers unique flavors and health benefits. Below we’ve highlighted three innovative ways to incorporate these resilient plants into your home […]

Introducing Nemi Cactus Sticks Pickled Jalapeño

Bag of Nemi Pickled Jalapeno sticks with white background

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest product: Nemi Cactus Sticks Pickled Jalapeño. This unique snack is a fusion of subtle heat and refreshing tang, featuring the delightful flavors of jalapeño and pickle. Inspired by a cherished home recipe from Nemi founder Regina Trillo’s mother, these crunchy, plant-based snacks are sure to […]

Empowering Indigenous Voices: Kahara Hodges’ Inspirational Performance at the NCAA Championship

Kahara Hodges holding the microphone as she sings the National Anthem

by Rachel Walters at Tribal Tea Co. As the curtains draw to a close on another electrifying season of March Madness, the spotlight shines on a momentous occasion that transcended the bounds of sports. Amidst the thrill of the NCAA men’s basketball national championship showdown between Purdue and UConn at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, […]

Interview with an Indigenous Chef: Elena Terry

Interview with an Indigenous Chef: Elena Terry

Name: Elena Terry  Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI  Education/background: Exec Chef/ Founder Wild Bearies   Business name: Wild Bearies  Tribe: Hocak (Ho-Chunk, Wisconsin)  What led to your passion for indigenous foods?  Our foods have always been a large part of my life. I think the connection and passion is something that has just always been there for me. Some of […]

Interview with an Indigenous Chef: Sean Sherman

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Name: Sean Sherman Location:  Minnesota Business name: The Sioux Chef Tribe: Oglala Lakota What led to your passion for indigenous foods? Basically, I had just been in restaurants my whole life. I started working in restaurants when I was just barely 13. So, I worked at restaurants all through high school and college. After college, […]