playte
jPlayte are a gastro-architect duo who use local food as a tool for collective healing. Their work is rooted in community—creating site-specific experiences that explore the intersection between art, architecture, and the politics of food.

Founded by Niyanta Sharma, an artist and architectural designer with Indian heritage, and Wesley Hauler-Winterford, a nutritionist and cook with Māori heritage. Together, Playte explores the joy of gastronomy

Refugee Week: We  Are the Many
2025  
EartH Hackney
rice crackers

Rice, a global staple, becomes the centrepiece for a sensory exploration of collective culture. With over 40,000 rice varieties in the world - all with different farming conditions - its cultivation has shaped cuisines, communities, and agricultural industries. Through an edible and interactive rice installation visitors gathered around, eat and shared stories. Accompanying dishes are created by chefs Carol Puthussery, Najeem Ebadi (In The Mix) and Sister Woman Vegan – whose menus are drawn from Palestinian, Afghan, Caribbean and wellness-focused cuisines. Each plate tells a story of migration, memory and shared roots.






























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