Food & Meals
Food is an experience to be savoured. This retreat is about nourishment, not restriction — a celebration of flavour, comfort, and connection.
Indulgent and soul-nourishing
Some retreats focus on rigid diets, cutting out sugar, or giving up wine. Journey Back to You is not that.
No strict food rules
Enjoy without the pressure of rigid diets or restrictions
Food is celebrated, not feared
A truly indulgent, soul-nourishing experience
Perfect for food lovers
If you’re a foodie, you’ll feel right at home
Savour the moment
You can diet later, this retreat is about enjoyment
Inclusive dining
Vegetarian options and dietary needs catered for
From sunrise to afternoon
Breakfast
Each morning begins with a generous continental breakfast, featuring artisan toast with home made jams, banana bread, fruits, musli and yoghurts, along with a daily hot inclusion such as eggs your way, or croissants with ham cheese & tomato.
Milk and bread preferences can be nominated in the booking form.
Morning Tea
Morning tea offers a sweet moment of delight with Persian biscuits and a soothing cup of herbal tea.
Lunch
Lunches are fresh, light, and satisfying — think colourful poke bowls (chicken or tofu), home made quiches, sushi platters, open sandwiches, and wraps.
Afternoons
Afternoons bring optional moments of delight — including an indulgent high tea, afternoon tea with our resident chickens, and a special gin and scotch tasting hosted by a local boutique distillery Demoiselle Distillery. It’s a chance to slow down, sip thoughtfully, and enjoy new flavours in good company.
Evenings
As the afternoon winds down, you’ll enjoy a pre-dinner drink and a cheese platter, shared in good company.
Dinner
Evening dinners are generous and comforting, featuring:
- A fragrant Thai banquet
- 12-hour slow-cooked lamb with seasonal sides
- Miso salmon with sesame greens
Dessert
To follow? Indulgent homemade desserts such as:
- Sticky date & fig pudding with warm butterscotch sauce
- Rich chocolate tart with berries and ice cream
- Berry delicious with Kahlua ice cream
- Sweet baklava dripped in honey
Your final evening, and additional information
Special celebration dinner
On our final night, we’ll gather for a special celebration dinner at a much-loved local restaurant — a warm evening of connection, shared stories, and delicious food. A set menu and welcome drink are included as part of your retreat experience.
Additional drinks can be purchased individually on the night.
Vegetarian options
Vegetarian options are available for lunch and dinner— just let us know your preference when you register.
Drinks
Throughout your stay, help yourself to sparkling soda water, tea, coffee, and a variety of Persian-inspired non-alcoholic fruit and floral infusions.
Guests are also invited to bring two bottles of your favourite wine to enjoy and share during evening meals.
Testimonials
“Great times with the girls”
“Great accommodation, food, gin tasting and massage, walks along the beach, great times with the girls. I have really missed this.”
– Emma (Putney)
“Amazing restorative retreat”
“This is an amazing restorative retreat that is both practical and deeply soulful. Women walk away not only refreshed, but with tools they can use in everyday life from preventing burnout to new ways of setting boundaries and honouring themselves. Tanya has a gift for creating spaces where women feel seen and supported. “Journey back to you” is a forward-looking experience that truly rejuvenates and transforms. Excellent food, wonderful activities, peaceful relaxation and inspirational leadership. I returned home with a fresh outlook and renewed energy – thank you.”
– Andrea (Exeter)
