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Welcome to Sprout HQ!

the Joyful Sprout

We’re thrilled to introduce you to our exciting new venture, where delicious and health-focused food is created with heart, and shared alongside meaningful learning and nourishment for the mental health and wellness of our community.

Our Mission

At Sprout, we aim to:

We believe in the power of nutritious, wholesome food to fuel the body and mind.

We create spaces where people can come together, share experiences, and build lasting relationships.

We provide employment opportunities for individuals of all abilities, promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Through our food, workshops, and community initiatives, we support the overall well-being of our customers and employees.

We actively work to create a sense of community and belonging, helping to reduce feelings of isolation.

What We Offer

A welcoming EnvironmeNT

Our spaces are designed to be welcoming and vibrant, where people can connect over exciting vegetarian dishes.

We provide educational opportunities focused on mental and physical health, personal growth, and skill development.

We are committed to providing job opportunities for people of all abilities, fostering a diverse and supportive work environment.

Our Founder

Louise Southwell

Sprout was founded by Louise, a passionate vegetarian and mental health expert with over 25 years of clinical experience in the NHS. Louise’s personal and professional experiences have highlighted the need for nourishment and connection within communities. She believes in moving away from medicalizing human experiences and instead, learning and sharing ways to feel better, both mentally and physically.

Louise’s vision for Sprout is to create a welcoming space where people can connect over delicious, healthy vegetarian and plant based food. At Sprout, the focus is on making nutritious meals that are also exciting and full of flavor—food that brings people together and makes eating well something to look forward to.

Beyond great food, Sprout is about building a community. Through workshops, job opportunities, and inclusive initiatives, the goal is to help everyone thrive by creating a space that’s joyful and supportive.

Sprout is also committed to breaking down stigmas around mental health, learning differences, neurodiversity, and the LGBTQI+ community. Louise and the Sprout crew will bring fresh, tasty food, real connections, and honest conversations about being human right to the high street.

My dream is that Sprout will be a joy filled, safe, warm and inclusive place where everyone feels at home— that the food and drinks are utterly gorgeous, tasty and nourishing, and that the great connections made there, alongside the focussed learning and inclusive initiatives help us all learn, nourish and navigate the ups and downs of being human. 

Pop-Up Events

We’re excited to announce more dates for Sprout’s pop-up events! This is your chance to experience our delicious and exciting food first hand. We welcome you to join us and be a part of our mission to nourish, connect, and grow our community.

Event Highlights:

Taste a variety of our signature vegetarian and plant-based dishes, crafted with fresh, wholesome ingredients.

Meet like-minded individuals who share a passion for good food and mental wellness.

Discover more about our workshops, training programs, and employment opportunities that support mental and physical health.

Granola Gang

The Sprout Granola Gang Is Here!

Our granola is flying off the shelves – and we’re feeling the love! So much so, we’re officially launching the Granola Gang… and yes, there’s now a gluten-free version too!

Made in small batches, our granolas are nutritionally balanced, never too sweet, and free from unnecessary add-ins. We only use coconut oil and unrefined sweeteners, keeping things simple, wholesome, and delicious.

Perfect stirred into porridge, sprinkled over overnight oats, or dolloped onto yoghurt. Or – as many of you already know – it’s just as good eaten dry, straight from the pack. We totally get it.

Ready to Join the Gang?

To order, email us at info@thejoyfulsprout.com
(Delivery available for local orders – minimum 2 packs)

Are you in the gang?#SproutGranolaGang

If you have not tried it yet, get down to a pop up or Sprout event, local stockist (the pantryFarmers Boy Brickendon) or get in touch.

The sprout Table

The Sprout Table is a celebration of seasonal, plant-based dining which is tasty, creative and surprising. Our intimate pop-up experiences are designed to bring people together over beautiful food that nourishes the body and delights the senses.

We’re keeping guest numbers low to preserve the cosy, supper club atmosphere and allow every dish on our taster menu to be savoured slowly and socially.

If you love wholesome food that’s vibrant, inventive, and full of flavour, The Sprout Table is for you.
We’re proud to work with local collaborators and artisan producers, including the exceptional Number Thirteen Bakery, whose breads will feature on the night.

Our first Sprout Table event:
The Sprout Table – Salad & Grain Edition
8th August & 
27th September | 7:00–10:00 PM
Mill House, Hertford
£45 per person

Limited tickets available- bookings only.

  • A divine selection of colourful, super-special salads – featuring both bold new creations and timeless classics
  • An array of perfectly paired grains and seasonal accompaniments
  • Bread from Number Thirteen artisan bakery– fresh, warm, and crafted with love
  • Curated, homemade non-alcoholic cocktails
  • A sweet finish with taster-sized puddings and indulgent treats

This is a non-alcohol event – not because we’re anti-alcohol (we promise!), but because we want the spotlight on our thoughtfully curated food and drinks. (There’s also a lovely pub next door if you fancy continuing your evening after)

We’re incredibly excited for the beginning of The Sprout Table’s journey – and we’d love you to be part of it.

Come join us for an evening of connection, creativity, and exceptional plant-based food.

Join Us at Sprout

Sprout is the place to come to nourish your body, connect with others, and grow as an individual. We invite you to join us in creating healthier, happier communities, one meal and one conversation at a time.

Welcome to Sprout – where nourishment, connection, and growth thrive!

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BRUNCH CLUB
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6th JULY 2025 | 9.30 - 13.30
Casa Lua, 64 High street, Ware

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