This afternoon I returned from a yoga and fitness retreat that I had the opportunity to co-lead with a good friend and mentor, Darlene Maclachlan, owner of the Yoga and Wellness Studio in Smiths Falls, Ontario (just outside Ottawa, our nation's capital). Here's a little peak at our view out over the lake from the lodge!
We were thrilled to host the retreat at a beautiful lodge about 30 minutes away in one of the most sought after cottage areas in the province (Rideau Lakes).
This retreat was an opportunity for me to bring together 2 of my loves - yoga and food!!! While my partner in crime took care of organizing the schedule and instructors and everything else, I took care of menu planning, buying supplies for and preparing the weekend's meals. And, while to others this may have seemed the worst responsibility possible, for me it was pure bliss.
I love cooking and I especially love cooking for others. I love good food and I love sharing good food.
So for me, this was HEAVEN!
The weekend's menu was simple - nothing too complicated, it being the first time cooking for such a large group. Oatmeal, fresh fruit, homemade almond milk, quinoa salad, spinach salad with roasted veg, fruit salad, vegetarian chili, mushroom tacos and more. Here's lunch!
Between happy time in the kitchen, spending time with long time friends and new friends and having some downtime to relax in a beautiful space, this weekend was indeed a time for me to recalibrate.
Much appreciated to have had the opportunity to cook for all of you this weekend and hoping to do it all again soon! Next time at the lodge, I'll pick out one of the books they've got on site and find a corner to curl up in - as you can see, lots to choose from :-)
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