Focus

• The markets and Events: These monthly events, will be curated to give visitors a unique experience of , not only purchasing goods, but also learning more about kind living in a way that can suit their lifestyles. The purpose is to create different sections within the market, communicate and share with exhibitors so that they deliver their niches authentically, clearly and honestly, to avoid confusion and wrong labelling of a movement that is meant to bring people together and not being divisive . We are also collaborating and involved with the Municipality of Braga to be part of their sustainability programs.

• The approach: At the market we will have stalls that will display healthy, plant based living tools (from food to lifestyle), treats and clearly labelled processed foods, lifestyle entrepreneurs stalls , with the option for them to host workshops, classes and educational experiences. We will also emphasise the importance of healthy living, offering some room to: naturopaths, herbal medicine, pharmaceutical companies (that also embrace the creation of V+ friendly products), educators etc… At the events outside the market, our participation will have a knowledge share approach which allows us to share out ethos and brand approach.

• The logistics and deliveries: We would love Elevate PB Market to inspire the public to buy their produce locally, focusing on a circular and sustainable economy, truly helping local businesses feel supported. With these partnerships, we hope to grow our concept within the whole of Portugal, especially with our partnership with Plant Based Treaty.

Our Goals

• Monthly markets (as above)

• Community building: events, platform, website content, knowledge share, support

• Association: Our aim is to create an Association with PBT that can help us take this project across Portugal , inspiring young minds to create the future our planet needs for ALL who inhabit it.

• Yearly Conference: with amazing Portuguese and International speakers, including Dr Neal Barnard , from PCRM. The conference is the first of its kind in Braga, and we want to take this amazing concept nationally providing a platform that can support education and thinking outside the box!

Founder

Chantal D Donato

Chantal is Board Certified Holistic PB Nutritionist, Naturopath and Yoga Teacher, with a deep passion for women’s health. She works with women from peri to post menopause, to thrive on the amazing nutrition gold standard of plant based.

Her commitment to spreading awareness about holistic health and plant-based nutrition has led her to becoming a published author, public speaker, and guest presenter at CUNY, on PCRM's One Healthy World (Un Monde Sain) and host of her podcast: The Green Life Podcast.

In 2019, Chantal decided to embark on a life-changing journey leaving London to settle in Portugal, where she founded Eco Dharma Village, an eco and self sustainable retreat. She also has her health practice in Braga and is working on a powerful online platform for women, under the rebranding: Cycles Wellness. On top of all this, Elevate is her baby and she joined forced with Plant Based Treaty Portugal to spread awareness and champion our impact on planet, human health and animals!