Karuna Vihara is a farmers market based company, all our products are made by the hands our family in Qualicum Beach.  We offer ready-to-cook, gourmet quality, healthy and delicious meal kits and teas.   Our specialty is Eastern cuisine and we focus on using sustainably sourced, organic, vegan and gluten free ingredients that allows us to be true to our name which comes from the Sanskrit language meaning "to abide in compassion". Our business model has a commitment to donating 5% of our profits to nonprofits and charities focusing on food security, locally and abroad.

    Our motivation is that we want to make it easy for anyone to fit an affordable and authentic fine dining experience into their busy schedule. Our meal kits and teas are a great option, and our easy-to-follow recipes guide you every step of the way. So whether you're new to cooking and looking to introduce some exotic flavors into your life, or you're a gourmet chef that could use some quick and convenient meal solutions, we've got you covered. Our packages also make a useful, healthy gift that is always appreciated!

​ Currently we are year round vendors at the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market every Saturday and Island Roots Farmers Market every Wednesday in Nanaimo.
We can also be found at summer markets, fairs, festivals and a number of the fall/Christmas craft fairs on the Island.

You can also find several of our top menu items at the following fine retailers:
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Springford Farms 
1934 Northwest Bay Rd. Nanoose Bay BC
www.springfordfarm.com

Country Butcher Co.
Errington, BC- 1430 Errington Rd, Parksville BC
​www.the-county-butcher.com

Fermented Future Farms
1229 Walz Rd. Qualicum Beach BC
www.fermentedfuturefarms.com

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We thank you so much for visiting our site and if you'd like to get in touch please contact us using the information below:
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[email protected]

www.facebook.com/karuna.vihara

Phone - 250-228-0759

Karuna Vihara Gourmet
Melissa & Chris
​Qualicum Beach, BC,

May you be healthy and happy!