Recipes

Once upon a time, in the heart of the land that many now call Victoria, something special began to grow. Not just in the soil, but in the hearts of those who remembered the taste. The care. The tradition. At Iyé, we found ourselves returning again and again to one beloved green: collards. These resilient, nutrient-rich leaves carry stories of migration, of kitchens filled with laughter, of elders stirring pots with wisdom and intention. They became more than food, a thread th

This recipe book is a celebration of memory, culture, and the foods that keep us rooted. Each dish you’ll find here was inspired by the heartfelt stories shared by our survey participants, their memories of meals from back home, ingredients they miss, and the flavours that continue to nourish their spirits. Razan, our brilliant illustrator, brought these memories to life through her art, weaving tenderness and imagination into each page. Alongside these stories, we’ve curated