# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ancestral Medicine Tasting - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a deep dive into the medicinal benefits that can be derived from Ancestral Plant Medicines, and connect to the wisdom of plants.About this EventThe ancestors are all those – human and otherwise – who lived before us, the life of the past that nourishes our present. More specifically, they are the souls or spirits of past lives, and our species' collective love, wisdom, and suffering over the last several hundred thousand years. Ancestors of blood tend to be especially impactful. When we learn about plant medicines, we are mindful to access the spirit of our ancestral history. Ancestor reconnection and reverence is a worldwide, timeless form of relationship.Join Lou Sagar and the knowledgable staff at The Alchemist's Kitchen for a guided exploration of a curated selection of ancestral plant remedies.We'll taste and learn about:Kanna: Kanna is a hardy, woody succulent with bright green leaves and found in the deserts of South Africa. It is an indigenous sacred plant, having been used in ceremony for thousands of years by the San and Khoi people. Kanna is classified as an empathogenic intended to increase feelings of empathy and connectivity towards others, it’s use in small doses may assist to become less reactive to triggers that escalate anxiety and help maintain grounded, heart-centered balance.Cacao: Our Cacao Heart Tincture is a recipe from the Amazon, made locally in small batches in Bahia, Brazil. It consists of a blend of cacao, vanilla, and roses using a triple spagyric extraction. The tincture has vasodilatory properties, which relax and allow the muscular walls of the arteries to widen. This increases blood flow, reducing blood pressure. Cacao is often used as a heart opener and grounding tool.Mad Honey: Mad Honey specifically from Nepal, is one of the rarest honey sources in the world, and known for its intoxicating properties. What makes Mad Honey distinctive is the presence of grayanotoxins, which are naturally occurring plant toxins that are produced by certain types of rhododendron plants and their specific location. The giant bees extract nectar and pollens from a distinctive type of Rhododendron flower which consists of this chemical compound. The quality is indicative by its dark color.Hape': Hapé (pronounced Rah-pay or Ha-pay ) is an ancestral blend of sacred, medicinal plants used in grounding ceremony. Traditionally experienced as a snuff powder, we have developed a special Liquid Hape' inhalation process with a dear women's collective from South America. Our Hape' is sprayed onto the hands and slowly inhaled, acting as a meditative ritual to close out the evening.Ticket price includes entry and samplings. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/df337ae0-a2fb-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w584-h740-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg About: Lou SagarLou Sagar is the Founder and CEO of The Alchemist’s Kitchen based in New York City.In 2016, he recognized the need to create a trust-based contemporary brand focused on plant-based health and wellness. Motivated by a belief that the societal perception of Cannabis and Psychedelics could be changed from a "Gateway to Addictive Drugs" to the recognition that "Plants and Mushrooms Heal".In 2017, the Alchemist’s Kitchen was birthed with a flagship apothecary in New York, complemented with events, workshops, and classes. Today, the company is staffed with a small but passionate team including herbalists, and mycologists with an active curation of best-in-class herbal and medicinal mushroom remedies from the finest makers, farms, and workshops located throughout the United States. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/df410f70-a2fb-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w844-h740-dcc8c8c8-gmir.jpg About: Melody ChuangMelody Chuang (a.k.a. Mistress Chi) is a professional dominatrix, tantra practitioner, and unapologetic nerd of orgasm and feminine power. Her work lives where eros meets presence meets initiation — usually right at the moment you realize thinking harder won’t save you. She works with people who want to feel more, not intellectualize their way around intimacy; people who understand that real closeness comes from precision, responsiveness, and telling the truth in the moment. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/df4e07c0-a2fb-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w415-h740-dc282828-gmir.jpg About: Jason ThompsonJason Thompson (a.k.a. Jason in Jericho) is a shaman, erotic artist, and architect for soul-led experiences. He helps people reconnect with their real selves — often the version of themselves that shows up on vacation. Supported by contemplative practices, plant medicines, and a welcoming back of even the most unloved parts of ourselves (yes, including the erotic) Jason guides people into intimacy with the secret pockets available in every moment — those surprising places where we soften, remember what matters, and evolve for the better. At the heart of his contribution is supporting each person’s unique soul and expression as their seat of power and definition of success. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/df5e5b70-a2fb-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w929-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg Who We Are:The Alchemist's Kitchen flagship is a unique destination located at 117-119 Crosby Street, Soho, New York.We are a botanical dispensary dedicated to connecting you with the power of plants.We offer a wide variety of events, workshops, classes, and other experiences to nourish both our minds and bodies. We believe that taking care of ourselves includes the healthiest possible relationship we can have not just with our bodies but also within ourselves.Follow Us to be notified of future events.Other ways of connecting:YoutubeInstagramFacebookTiktokQuestions regarding this event can be sent to learn@TheAlchemistskitchen.com - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/ancestral-medicine-tasting/100001999029454912 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Art, health-wellness, Theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 20, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: 117 Crosby St - **lat**: 40.7242961 - **long**: -73.9964349 - **full address**: 117 Crosby St, 117 Crosby Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ancestral Medicine Tasting - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/41b9395e77ba338d06a00705430d20beafa6431144e75cd166348fc4d6324e76-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8b808-gmir.jpg?v=1787933829 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ancestral Medicine Tasting being held? - **A:** Ancestral Medicine Tasting takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 117 Crosby St, 117 Crosby Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Ancestral Medicine Tasting? - **A:** Ancestral Medicine Tasting is organized by The Alchemist's Kitchen. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Ancestral Medicine Tasting is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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