Tuscia: Foraging and Vibrational Cuisine in a Historic Villa

Ostiense, Rome



Explore the difference between nutrition and nourishment. Observation and gathering of wild herbs in food, participants reconnect with the intelligence of nature, abundance and natural cycles.

Overview

This immersive retreat near Rome suits those seeking reconnection with nature through ancestral cooking practices and guided nature walks.

Experience Highlights

  • Explore the difference between nutrition and nourishment.
  • Enjoy a communal lunch featuring prepared seasonal wild herb recipes.
  • Engage with nature through guided sensory walks and ancestral cooking on fire.

Description

This retreat invites participants to reconnect with the land, body, and inner self using simple ancestral practices. Guests stay in yurts and traditional homes surrounded by nature, rediscovering the elements of fire, water, herbs, and nourishment as pathways to presence and reconnection.

The Conscious Preparation of Nourishment focuses on mindful cooking with seasonal wild herbs, such as potato gnocchi with stinging nettle and sauces with toasted wild carrot flowers. Cooking on an open fire revives ancient rhythms and deepens your connection to nourishment and presence.

Convivial Lunch

Participants share a communal lunch made from the dishes prepared during the retreat.

After Lunch Activity

Join a guided nature walk called 'Listening to the Trees,' led by Angela Schmel. This slow, sensory walk among century-old trees encourages connection through the symbolic language of the landscape.

Includes

  • Retreat Experience
  • Convivial Lunch
  • Guided Tour of Villa Lina Historical Gardens

Excludes

  • Transport
  • Overnight stay

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Book in advance to secure your spot. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities and bring a notebook for reflections during guided sessions. The best time to visit is during the seasonal availability of wild herbs, from spring to autumn.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a nature retreat near Rome featuring guided foraging walks, ancestral cooking practices, and communal meals using seasonal wild herbs.
The retreat is held in a historic villa near Rome surrounded by ancient trees and natural landscapes.
Anyone interested in nature, ancestral practices, and mindful cooking near Rome can join the retreat, regardless of prior experience.
Guests stay in traditional homes and yurts, offering a rustic and immersive connection with nature close to Rome.
Through guided discussions and meals, participants learn the difference between basic nutrition and deeper nourishment linked to nature and ancestral food practices.
Yes, guests participate in preparing and enjoying seasonal dishes made from wild herbs gathered during foraging walks.
No prior experience is needed, as expert guides lead the foraging, cooking, and educational activities.
Check the official website for current availability and seasonal scheduling near Rome.
Yes, guided walks among ancient trees and natural surroundings near Rome are part of the retreat experience.
Through mindful practices, connection to natural elements, and traditional cooking methods, guests engage with timeless ancestral rhythms near Rome.

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