You are what you eat – and it all starts with the soil where you plant your seeds. We use eco soil and natural fertilizers only in the garden of Pavāru māja, but the garden itself is constructed according to the principles of permaculture.

During your visit to Pavāru Māja, you might come across a scratched dish or a patched napkin – but we believe these items are still perfectly functional. Local artisans have invested a lot of effort in creating them, after all. We’re learning to give these items a second life. For example, every year, we renew our wooden dishes by polishing and waxing them, and we restore ceramic pieces using the Japanese 'kintsugi' method. To inspire others, we’ve also created the Exchange Shelf in Līgatne, where you can leave items like unused kitchen utensils that others might find useful.

The sustainability practices we've put in place have taught us a lot, and we’re passionate about sharing those lessons with others. We aim to inspire not only our industry peers by organizing and participating in events where we share our experiences and examples, but also our guests. We talk about ancient varieties, showcase them on the table, share contacts for local farmers, introduce the Exchange shelf, and lead by example to encourage more sustainable choices on our journey toward sustainability in the restaurant.