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Gourmet Dining Al Fresco at Xinalani

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Xinalani is known by those of us who have spent anytime there as “magic universe.” This extends to the foodie delights that are plated and served every day with such great care. This is elegant dining al fresco at it’s best. And all to the soundtrack of the ocean, with every seat ocean view.

The only more magical experience is on the last evening when the staff at Xinalani create a gourmet feast on the beach where our tastes delight in gorgeous flavors, with the fire of torches lighting our food and our feet in the sand.

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Tuscany Foodie Delights Yoga Retreat

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In choosing an Italy Yoga Retreat make sure to ask about the pedigree of the Chef. If you make the trip to Italy and stay at a retreat center with a non Italian chef you are doing yourself a disservice. The artistic and centuries old learnings of Italian chefs is a must experience while in Tuscany.

FOOD IS ART

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Are you a Foodie Loving Yoga? Part 2

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Check out just a couple of the delightful organic offerings we’ll enjoy while on retreat January 5-11, 2014 at The Sanctuary at Two Rivers in Costa Rica!


Spiced Rica and Black Beans sauteed bell pepper and swiss chard succulent caramelized plantains sugar snap – avocado salsa


Orange Reduction Dressed Farmer’s Market Lettuces Seasonal Strawberries, Artisan Feta, Candied Walnuts, Red Onion and Dill


Crepes a la Florentine with Creamy Mushroom Wine SauceLocal Wild Sauteed Spinach, Caramelized Onions, Rosemary Cashew Cream


Stewed Spiced Garbanzos and Wild Spinach Turmeric and black pepper brown rice, avocado-ginger salsa


Organic Leafy Greens and Roasted Beet Salad cayenne caramelized walnuts, dill, and shaved apple a sweet reduced balsamic


Vegan Banana-Coconut Pancake flax seeds-pecans-toasted almond maple syrup


Local Farmers’ Market Organic Basil and Rosemary Pesto ground nut melange with pecorino romano cheese

Are you a Foodie Loving Yogi? Part 1

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If the answer is YES then check out just a couple of the delightful farm to table foodie offerings we’ll enjoy while on retreat January 5-11, 2014 at The Sanctuary at Two Rivers in Costa Rica!


Roasted Pumpkin Soup Broiled blue cheese and apple toast floats Basil Oil


Vegan Rice Noodle Pad Thai with Tofu


Red cabbage and haricot vert salad almond – ginger dressing mango & cilantro


The Sanctuary Shakti Bowl Caramelized onion and ginger seared tofu …


Local Farmers’ Market Organic Basil and Rosemary Pesto ground nut melange with pecorino romano cheese


Vegan Chocolate Mousse Organic Valrhona Chocolate, Avocado, Strawberry Coulis

Foodie Deliciousness at Xinalani

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“Let Food be Thy Medicine.” – Hippocrates

We whole heartedly believe in Air as our #1 medicine and food as our #2 medicine. This is why we take such great care in choosing retreat centers that believe in conscious eating. Xinalani Retreat Center off the coast of Puerto Vallarta is one of those places under Chef Sergio’s leadership.

Here is some of what you can except on our upcoming March 29-April 5, 2014 retreat!

Your view while dining al fresco

Attention to the art of dining

Artistic Vegetarian

Various Proteins made Pretty

Mexican Breakfast

Fresh Juices every meal

And you’ll have to come yourself to experience the Chocolate delights!

Sample Menu

Foodie Delights at Xinalani March Retreat 2013

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“Let Food be Thy Medicine.” – Hippocrates

We whole heartedly believe in Air as our #1 medicine and food as our #2 medicine. This is why we take such great care in choosing retreat centers that believe in conscious eating. Xinalani Retreat Center off the coast of Puerto Vallarta is one of those places under Chef Sergio’s leadership.

Here is some of what you can except on our upcoming March 2013 retreat!

Your view while dining al fresco

Attention to the art of dining

Artistic Vegetarian

Various Proteins made Pretty

Mexican Breakfast

Fresh Juices every meal

And you’ll have to come yourself to experience the Chocolate delights!

Sample Menu

Yoga Retreat for Foodies Aug 11-18, 2012 Costa Rica

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Have you seen the incredible culinary arts experience we’ll have in Costa Rica August 11-18, 2012?

Check out the photos on our Costa Rica page or our blog food diary and see for yourself why this yoga retreat is really perfect for the Foodie in you!

INCREDIBLE DISCOUNT: Save $450 on this trip

YOUR INVESTMENT: $1,375 (with discount applied)

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR INVESTMENT:
• Three Delicious Gourmet Vegetarian Meals Daily
• 6 nights Double occupancy accommodations in Tropical Zen Modern Treehouse
• Two yoga classes per day: 1 detoxifying morning practice and 1 evening slow flow.
• Daily meditation
• Night Pool Yoga with underwater LED lights
• Moonwalks led by Jacob Young
• Dance Party
• Fire Ceremony/Practice (ritual to remove blockages)
• Partner Yoga with Jacob Young and Silvia Mordini
• Restorative Yoga
• Spanish language class
• Free Internet Access
• Safe tap water
• Excursions to Waterfalls and Pacific Ocean Sandy Beaches
• Snorkel and lunch on Tortuga Island (SPECIAL INCLUDED EXCURSION)
• Time for Exploration and Relaxation
• Eco-Friendly Goodie Bags
• Costa Rican Taxes (13%)