Welcome to the 1st MEHKO (Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation) in Lemon Grove
EcoShpere Sustainable Course
Turn Sustainability Into Everyday Teambuilding Action
Learn. Discuss. Practice. Apply.
What If Sustainability Didn’t Have to Be Complicated?
Sustainability does not have to be an overwhelming concept or an expensive corporate initiative. EcoShpere Sustainable Course is an out-of-the-box team-building course transforms the often intimidating and idealistic idea of “sustainability” into practical, achievable actions that employees can incorporate into their everyday lives and work environments.
We are not trying to change the world overnight. We begin by changing our own actions. Through short, engaging sessions, hands-on activities, meaningful discussions, and collaborative challenges, participants explore how small, intentional choices can create meaningful impact, often with little or no additional cost.
The goal is not perfection. It is progress. By breaking sustainability into manageable steps, we make it accessible to everyone and demonstrate that meaningful change can begin with something as simple as one better choice, one new habit, or one small action at a time.
Services
Corporate Sustainability Training
The EcoSphere course, inspired by the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, provides flexible options of 3, 9, or 18 sessions specifically designed for corporate teams (minimum of 10 participants). Held in our backyard, the course accommodates up to 30 participants at the Hidden Gazebo Eatery. For companies preferring on-site training, please note that a transportation fee will apply.
3 Sessions
The Ecosphere course consists of three engaging sessions that will delve into critical topics such as eliminating hunger, managing water resources, and addressing waste. Each session aims to provide valuable insights and practical solutions for these pressing global challenges. Join us to explore vital issues and learn how we can contribute to a more sustainable future.
9 Sessions
This course is tailored for companies looking to specific United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) to prioritize. Participants can choose up to eight SDGs, culminating in a graduation ceremony during the final session. Empower your team, inspire sustainable practices, and celebrate their achievements with a focus on short-term success.
18 Sessions
Join us for a comprehensive course featuring 17 sessions, each dedicated to a specific UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). This program focuses on team building, motivation, and empowerment, equipping your team with the tools to initiate their own sustainable projects. The course culminates in a graduation party, celebrating their achievements and newfound skills.
Sustainable Living Workshops
Tailored to your needs, we offer flexible single-session experiences designed around team building, sustainability, and empowerment. Here are some of the sessions we provide:
Salad and Compost
Learn how to simplify composting with our easy salad-making! Use your kitchen scraps to create nutrient-rich compost while enjoying fresh, delicious salads. Transform your waste into a valuable resource for your plants and watch them thrive with the addition of your homemade compost.
Microgreen Planting
Planting seeds and growing your own microgreens can a fantastic team-building activity! Gather your team, choose a variety of seeds, and prepare your planting trays. Working together to plant, water, and care for the microgreens not only fosters collaboration but also allows everyone to enjoy the fruits of their labor. In just a couple of weeks, you’ll have fresh greens to share, nurturing both your garden and your team spirit!
Drip Irrigation
Learn how to set up and connect a drip irrigation system with a timer while discovering the importance of every drop of water in creating a sustainable garden.
Our Story
Our family’s journey began with a generational dream: to live sustainably and share that knowledge with the world. In Egypt, we spent twenty years bringing life to the desert, planting over 1,000 acres and 30,000 olive trees and date palms. When the Arab Spring forced us to leave as immigrants, we carried that dream with us, refusing to let it fade.
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That vision eventually found new roots in a simple backyard grapevine that needed trimming. Rather than letting the leaves go to waste, I started hosting Dolma Parties, inviting neighbors and strangers to harvest the leaves, cook side by side, and share meals. What started as a small effort to prevent food waste quickly became a profound exercise in building community and belonging, bridging cultural divides just as the UN Sustainable Development Goals intend through responsible consumption and inclusive cities.
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Today, that journey comes alive through EcoSphere and The Hidden Gazebo Eatery. True sustainability doesn't require massive investments or impossible goals; it starts small, with a grapevine, a shared meal, and a willingness to change our actions one step at a time.
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