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Inner Bark Coaching
Yaw Nts Lha Ximana! My name is Nola Mack, also known as Chef Ximana, and I am from the Nuxalk Nation.
I am the owner of Inner Bark, where I work as a Medicine Chef, supporting women in healing through food as medicine. My work is rooted in returning to traditional nourishment—roots, berries, fish, broths, and healthy fats—foods that have sustained our people for generations.
I help women rebuild strength, balance hormones, calm inflammation, and reconnect with their bodies through ancestral food knowledge. This work goes beyond recipes—it is about remembering who we are and how we are meant to be nourished.
Through coaching, guest cheffing, cooking classes, workshops, and food safety instruction, I create community food experiences that restore health from the ground up.
My work nourishes families through ancestral wisdom, reclaiming the healing power of transformational fats and traditional foods—so we can strengthen body, spirit, and community together.
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Testimonials
Voices of Transformation
“I found the tea blending class both informative and engaging. Nola shared her knowledge with clarity and confidence, making the experience easy to follow. I learned new foraging practices and practical ways to use plants and herbs in everyday life. I truly enjoy learning in this hands-on way.”
— Krystal Earle, Quesnel, BC
"I just wanted to send a short note about the powerful work you are doing; sorely needed. Genuinely it made me consider the food within the healthcare system and how the western clinical lens has zapped any history or culture out of it. I come from a people where food is the centre of our cultural experience."
- Hussain v- VCH
"Inner Bark Coaching has helped me to see the joy in food."
- Mara P., Nuxalk Nation Member
These stories reflect the profound impact of reconnecting with traditional foodways. We are honored to walk alongside so many on their healing journeys.
Our Craft
Examples of Our Work
Indigenous Food Plating
Showcasing the beauty and reverence of ancestral foods through artistic presentation.
Community Cooking Workshops
Engaging sessions where participants learn hands-on traditional cooking techniques and food preservation.
Food Safety Instruction
Empowering communities with essential knowledge for safe food handling and preparation, respecting traditional practices.
Harvesting & Foraging
Celebrating the bounty of the land and teaching sustainable practices for gathering traditional ingredients.
Each experience is crafted to foster connection, knowledge, and respect for the healing power of Indigenous foodways.
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Contact Us
1
Inquire about Coaching
Discover personalized healing journeys with Chef Ximana. Learn how ancestral food wisdom can transform your health and well-being.
2
Book a Guest Chef Experience
Bring the power of traditional foods to your event. Chef Ximana offers unique catering and educational guest chef experiences.
3
Host a Workshop/Class
Empower your community with hands-on learning. From cooking classes to food safety, we offer engaging and educational workshops.
Ready to start your journey to healing and nourishment? Reach out to us for more information on our services and how we can support you.
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Connect with Inner Bark Coaching
We'd love to hear from you!
Whether you're looking for personalized coaching, to host an event, or simply want to learn more about ancestral nutrition, reach out to Chef Ximana.
  • Phone: (1 604 202 3724)
  • Location: Nuxalk Nation Territory
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