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Wild Earth Retreat
Return to the Table Retreat
Cook slowly. Eat consciously. Rest deeply.
A gentle pause from the pace of everyday life; Return to the Table is Wild Earth’s flagship retreat designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself—through guided experiences, restorative space, and time to simply be. It is an immersive experience where food becomes medicine, ritual becomes rhythm, and the body remembers how to soften.
❋ Intentional StructureExperience guided moments, open exploration, and space to reflect. A blend of hands-on seasonal cooking, mindful eating, somatic wellbeing, and deep rest.
❋ Collaborative EnergyConnection is a core part of the retreat. You’ll learn just as much from the group as from your hosts, guides and somatic therapists.
❋ Expert FacilitationWith over 20 years experience, you’ll by supported by hosts and facilitators who know how to hold space, who welcome you as you are, and purposefully guide you with care and intention.
❋ A Supportive SpaceComfort, safety, and respect guides the entire journey—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the experience.
Core Offerings
Wild Earth Kitchen Cooking
Cooking as ritual. Seasonal, whole-food cooking classes
Seasonal eating philosophy - grounding autumn grounding, lightness in summer, warmth in winter etc.
Gentle education on blood sugar balance, energy, satiety and how to stock a “retreat kitchen” at home
Breathwork & Embodiment
Daily grounding breathwork
Nervous system regulation practices
Somatic movement (slow, intuitive, accessible)
Optional silent mornings or mindful meals
Touch, Rest & Integration
Massage or bodywork sessions
Guided rest, journaling, and integration circles
Nature immersion (walks, outdoor meals, barefoot grounding)
Expansion Options
Seasonal retreat experiences - Autumn Grounding, Spring Renewal, Winter Warming etc.
Practitioner collaborations - connection with herbalists, somatic therapists & facilitators
Post retreat experiences - online cooking classes, ‘Show me your Pantry’ online cooking experiences
Day retreats or weekend intensives with a specific theme + offering
Cookbook + retreat bundles
A seasonal retreat for nourishment, nervous system reset, and embodied living. Reconnect with your body, mind and soul as you escape the everyday.
Retreat flow
Example day on a Return to the Table Retreat:
Sunrise tea + quiet time6:30am
Breathwork + gentle movement7:00am
Slow breakfast, prepared together8:30am
Seasonal cooking workshop10:00am
Long shared lunch12:30pm
Rest / massage / nature time2:00pm
Sweet treats + tea ritual4:00pm
Evening meal + reflection6:30pm
2026 dates releasing soon
Your host, Amanda
I love food, community and experiences that change you. I’ve been hosting retreats around the world for over 20 years. Return to the Table is Wild Earth Kitchen’s signature retreat, focused on nourishment, transformation, and inspiration to reclaim your nature.