our digital home

Ad Astra:
To the Stars

“In order to truly innovate, we must have the courage to follow our gut and go where no one else is willing to. ”

JESSICA KOSICHEK

Brand Officer, House of Epula

House of Epula’s website brings together original text, ingenious art, and immersive visuals to illuminate Native Spices and the individuals, environments, and stories that they draw in.

Our intention: ignite wonder, provoke and expand perspectives, and inspire solidarity

"From day one, our ambitions and sense of responsibility were outsized.
Epula’s ‘why’ drove this production. We were resolved to create an experience that emulated the grandeur of Native Spices, distinction of our clients and farming partners, and the dazzling tapestry of Epula’s world. It was a tall order!"

Dheena George

"We were committed to something larger than ourselves.
Through images, colours and symbolism, we wove together a guest experience that centres Mother Nature. The seed and root motif used throughout the site is an enduring reminder of Epula’s heart–the rich biodiversity we are determined to protect."

Jessica Kosichek

"The scale of collaboration was unlike any other.
Our process was fully enmeshed. We worked closely together, going beyond our individual roles. We co-created our website with great precision and integrity, putting our hearts into every detail."

Wiktoria Adamska

"Our values were our lighthouse
Epula's family culture got us through the high paced production trek and the myriad of unknowns, choices, and iterations. We were learning, experimenting, and applying ideas all at the same time. We persevered together."

Kacper Szpakowicz

"From day one, our ambitions and sense of responsibility were outsized.
Epula’s ‘why’ drove this production.
We were resolved to create an experience that emulated the grandeur of Native Spices, distinction of our clients and farming partners, and the dazzling tapestry of Epula’s world. It was a tall order!"

Dheena George

"We were committed to something larger than ourselves.
Through images, colours and symbolism, we wove together a guest experience that centres Mother Nature. The seed and root motif used throughout the site is an enduring reminder of Epula’s heart–the rich biodiversity we are determined to protect."

Jessica Kosichek

"The scale of collaboration was unlike any other.
Our process was fully enmeshed. We worked closely together, going beyond our individual roles. We co-created our website with great precision and integrity, putting our hearts into every detail."

Wiktoria Adamska

"Our values were our lighthouse
Epula's family culture got us through the high paced production trek and the myriad of unknowns, choices, and iterations. We were learning, experimenting, and applying ideas all at the same time. We persevered together."

Kacper Szpakowicz

What we did not expect, at the start, was the scale of engagement from a group of Epula’s clients that we invited for this production. 

The power of their stories elevated our aspirations and deepened our sense of duty as storytellers. 

A shared vision arose. It united. It galvanized. 

Our production trek was inventive throughout. Each participant added to an environment of creative possibilities. 

What emerged was a singular vision of a digital space that fulfills four ambitions.

AMBITION 1

Be the leading voice for Native Spices.

AMBITION 2

Amplify the power of Epula’s essence: human connection.

AMBITION 3

Celebrate our clients, farming partners, and key allies and their profound dedication to quality and excellence.

© 2025, Farming Partner in Kerala, India. Image provided by Farming Partner is used with permission.

AMBITION 4

Add our voice to the global chorus on protecting and preserving our home planet’s precious biodiversity.

'Karapuzha dam, Wayanad' Soumendra Kumar Sahoo, CC BY-SA 4.0 Via Wikipedia Commons

AMBITION 1

Be the leading voice for Native Spices.

AMBITION 2

Amplify the power of Epula’s essence: human connection.

AMBITION 3

Celebrate our clients, farming partners, and key allies and their profound dedication to quality and excellence.

© 2025, Farming Partner in Kerala, India. Image provided by Farming Partner is used with permission.

AMBITION 4

Add our voice to the global chorus on protecting and preserving our home planet’s precious biodiversity.

'Karapuzha dam, Wayanad' Soumendra Kumar Sahoo, CC BY-SA 4.0 Via Wikipedia Commons

“Each stage of this production tested the limits of our capacities and creativity. The shared vision that emerged was irrepressible. The result: a breakthrough beyond our imaginations!”

dheena george

Founder & CEO, House of Epula | Vancouver, Canada

A shout out to Epula’s community

Our digital home is a landmark in Epula’s growth journey and a symbol of the power of our community. It is only possible because of the incredible generosity, commitment, and encouragement of so many of you. We are forever thankful to you.

To our clients and farming partners who strengthened us with their collaboration and contributions, thank you for sharing our vision. You inspire us!

To our gifted visual artists whose original photography and videography expand and move hearts and minds, thank you for your humanity: Fabrice Gaëtan, Leila Kwok, Pierpaolo Mittica, and Alessandro Tesei.

To all who have demonstrated your belief in our vision through your precious gifts of time, know-how, and friendship, thank you for being on this journey with us. A special shout-out to Linda and John Brown, Ainsworth Ellis, Sarah and George Joseph, Kyra Laverdiere, and Linda and John Brown. Thank you for your invaluable alliance, care, and encouragement. 

Last but not least, we celebrate each other. “Each member of the production team stepped up enormously, took risks, and invested more than they expected to. The respect, willpower, and commitment they brought to the design, content creation, and development is incomparable. I salute: Wiktoria Adamska, Deb Alcadinho, Kayley Brown, Jessica Kosichek, Rachel MacDonald, and Kacper Szpakowicz. Your dedication and tenacity for Epula’s quest echoes in eternity. Ad Astra!” 

Dheena George, Founder & CEO.