🥣 Soup Master Activity Kit

A hands-on wellness activity your participants will remember.
The Soup Master Activity Kit from Therapy Gardens turns a table into a creative “mix & label” station. Participants explore grains, legumes, herbs, and spices; then build a personal blend, name it, and apply a custom label to a take-home pouch. It’s tactile, social, and confidence-building—without needing to cook on site.
What’s included
12 labeled ingredient jars (grains, legumes, pasta, herbs, spices, citrus accent)
Salt-free soup base mix
Take-home pouches with zip seals (windowed)
Mini wooden spoons & biodegradable cups for measuring
Label sheets + fine-tip pens (for naming and decorating blends)
“Ingredient Overview” handout (nutrition notes)
Facilitator quick-start + optional slide deck (digital access)
How it works (no kitchen needed)
Set out jars, cups, spoons, labels, and pouches.
Participants choose ingredients, mix to the Helpful Ratio (≈ 75% lentils/pasta/grains + 25% herbs/spices/accents), and name their blend.
They seal the pouch, apply their label, and take it home.
At home: add 2–3 cups water or broth, bring to a boil, then simmer 10–25 minutes (until tender). Season to taste.
Designed for organizations
Group size: flexible (works for small groups up to larger events; easy to scale with additional kits)
Session length: 45–60 minutes (10 minutes setup)
Space requirements: one or two tables; no stove or sink needed
Accessibility: seated activity, clear labeling, large-print handouts available
Versatile settings: senior centers, libraries, residences, day programs, wellness fairs, corporate ERGs, intergenerational events
Wellness & learning highlights
Encourages creativity, choice, and mindful eating
Nutrient-dense, plant-forward ingredients (fiber, plant protein, vitamins)
Clear substitutions for common dietary needs (gluten-free options included)
Built-in discussion prompts: flavor profiles, aromatics, and cultural variations
Ingredients & notes (food only)
Quinoa (grain), Red Lentils (legume), Farro (ancient grain), Couscous (pasta), Pasta Mix—Ditalini & Orzo (pasta), Parsley & Thyme (herbs), Dehydrated Onion (≈ 1 Tbsp dried = ¼ cup fresh), Garlic Powder (≈ ⅛ tsp = 1 clove fresh), Lemon Powder (simply dehydrated lemon), Turmeric + Black Pepper (paired intentionally—pepper’s piperine helps the body absorb turmeric’s curcumin far more effectively).
What coordinators love
Plug-and-play setup with tidy packaging
Participants own the outcome (a mix with their chosen name and label)
Works as a stand-alone activity or part of a wellness series
Minimal cleanup
What’s required on your end
Tables, trash/recycling bin, optional music and photo table tent. Everything else is in the box.
FAQ (quick)
Do we cook during the session? No. It’s a make-and-take experience.
Is it salt-free? Yes; participants season at home to preference.
Allergen info? Contains wheat in couscous/pasta; gluten-free options provided (quinoa, lentils).