Looking for a mountain escape that feeds your body, mind, and soul? This fall, experience the Spoon & Soul Mini Retreat in Asheville, North Carolina—three transformative days of mindful cooking, creativity, nature, and connection. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast, a creative spirit, or simply someone in need of reset and reconnection, this retreat offers the perfect blend of nourishment and self-discovery.

Spoon & Soul Mini-Retreat: A Fall Weekend of Cooking, Creativity & Connection in the Blue Ridge
October 3–5, 2025 | Maggie Valley, NC

Join us for the Spoon & Soul Mini-Retreat—a weekend designed to nourish your whole self through the joy of food, creativity, nature, and connection.

Hosted by Asheville Mountain Kitchen and featuring lodging provided by the cozy Meadowlark Motel, this intimate retreat offers the perfect mix of hands-on cooking, reflective workshops, and space to unwind in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

What is Spoon & Soul?

Spoon & Soul isn’t just another retreat or cooking class—it’s a soul-nourishing weekend that brings people together through shared meals, mindful movement, and simple, joyful practices. Whether you’re navigating a transition, craving a reset, or simply longing to reconnect with yourself and others, this retreat is a space to exhale, create, and begin again.

A Taste of the Weekend

Each day of the retreat is thoughtfully curated to balance structured activities with spacious downtime. Here’s a glimpse at the flow:

Friday – Ground & Arrive

  • 6:00 PM – Welcome tea

  • 7:00 PM – Opening Circle + Intention Setting

  • 8:00 PM – Nourishing Dinner

  • 9:00 PM – Guided Meditation / Gentle Movement

  • 10:00 PM – Rest

Saturday – Immerse & Create

  • 7:30 AM – Yoga or Nature Walk

  • 8:30 AM – Energizing Breakfast

  • 9:30 AM – Workshop I (Cooking & Creative Practice)

  • 12:00 PM – Mindful Lunch

  • 1:00–3:00 PM – Free Time (spa, journaling, hiking)

  • 3:00 PM – Workshop II (Outdoor or Reflective Practice)

  • 5:30 PM – Reflection Circle

  • 6:30 PM – Seasonal Dinner

  • 8:00 PM – Bonfire, Sound Bath, or Stargazing

  • 10:00 PM – Rest

Sunday – Reflect & Return

  • 7:30 AM – Sunrise Walk or Stretch

  • 8:30 AM – Breakfast

  • 9:15 AM – Closing Circle

  • 10:00 AM – Departure

What’s Included

  • All meals from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast

  • Cooking experiences with Chef Ofri at Asheville Mountain Kitchen

  • Guided movement, meditation, and creative workshops

  • Time for rest, journaling, reflection, and connection

  • Evening gatherings under the stars or around the fire

Spots are limited for the retreat, and fall is a popular season in Western North Carolina—see more about the retreat here and how to book today.