This Winter Paradise Retreat takes place at a beautiful villa in Ibiza.
Throughout the entire event, our team will be on-site—organizing and serving all food and beverages so you can focus fully on your retreat experience.
From mindful breakfasts to festive dinners, every detail of your culinary journey will be managed with care, creating an atmosphere that nurtures, energizes, and helps guests unwind.
Welcome & Philosophy
At Talks & Dishes, we believe every meal is a moment to reconnect—with yourself, with others, and with the world around you. For your Winter Paradise Retreat, our menu is crafted to nourish your body and soul, inviting you to slow down, savor the season, and rediscover your energy.
Each dish honors local ingredients, celebrates tradition, and is crafted with care—so you can feel grounded, inspired, and gently recharged. Whether it’s a shared table, a quiet breakfast, or a festive dinner, our food is here to support your journey: to de-stress, to harmonize, and to find balance.
Let every meal or drink be a mindful pause, a celebration of wellness, and a step toward feeling truly renewed.
Menu – Hosted by Talks & Dishes
To Nourish Body & Soul
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Arrival Welcome Philosophy
Sunday – Soulful Ibiza Harvest Dinner
Monday – Warming and Plant-Based
Tuesday – Grounding & Spicy Flavours
Wednesday – Colourful Sharing Dishes
Thursday – Connection Through Cooking
Friday – Light & Ceremonial
Saturday – Festive Community Dinner
Sunday – Closing Celebration
2. Sunday – Soulful Ibiza Harvest Dinner
Welcome Snacks
• Marinated olives with citrus zest
• Roasted almonds, lightly spiced
• Herbal infusions: mint, chamomile, and rosehip
Harvest Dinner
• Tomato & Feta Salad: Sun-ripened tomatoes, creamy feta, fresh herbs, honey-thyme vinaigrette
• Lentil & Arugula Salad: French lentils, baby arugula, toasted almonds, lemon dressing
• Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Soup: Roasted vegetables, warming spices, sage
• Slow-Roasted Eggplant: Tender eggplant, herbed yogurt, pomegranate seeds
• White Bean & Rosemary Stew: Cannellini beans, rosemary, garlic, olive oil
• Rustic Bread: Freshly baked, served with local olive oil and homemade dips
• After Dinner: Herbal tea infusion
3. Monday – Warming and Plant-Based
Breakfast
• Overnight oats with cinnamon, dates, and roasted almonds
• Fresh fruit platter: seasonal berries, citrus, and figs
• Herbal tea: ginger, lemon, honey
Dinner
• Fennel, Orange & Mint Salad: Crisp fennel, blood orange, mint, citrus vinaigrette
• Vegetable Dips: Roasted red pepper, hummus, tzatziki
• Vegetable Wraps: Grilled vegetables, herbed hummus, flatbread
• Grilled Greens: Kale, chard, garlic, lemon
• Herb Rice: Basmati rice, parsley, dill, lemon zest
• After Dinner: Herbal tea infusion
4. Tuesday – Grounding & Spicy Flavours
Breakfast
• Coconut & Cardamom Oats: Overnight oats, toasted coconut, banana
Dinner
• Roasted Curried Chickpeas: Spiced chickpeas, cilantro, lime
• Spiced Stir-Fried Rice: Basmati rice, turmeric, cumin, chili
• Steamed Lemongrass Rice: Fragrant rice, lemongrass, lime
• Sautéed Vegetables: Sesame, chili, garlic, seasonal greens
• Indonesian Boiled Eggs: Spiced eggs, chili, lime
• Sweet & Sour Cucumber Salad: Cucumber, red onion, chili, lime
• After Dinner: Herbal tea infusion
5. Wednesday – Colourful Sharing Dishes
Breakfast
• Green smoothies & fresh juices
Dinner
• Hummus Varieties: Classic, roasted red pepper, beetroot
• Homemade Pitas: Freshly baked, warm
• Tzatziki: Cucumber, yogurt, garlic, dill
• Tabbouleh: Parsley, tomato, bulgur, lemon
• Couscous: Fluffy couscous, raisins, almonds, herbs
• Lemon & Oregano Chicken: Grilled chicken, lemon, oregano, olive oil
• After Dinner: Herbal tea infusion
6. Thursday – Connection Through Cooking
Breakfast
• Vanilla Chia Pudding: Chia seeds, vanilla, roasted peaches, crumble
Cooking Class (17:00–18:00)
• Make two homemade pastas: egg-based and flour/water
• Two shapes, two sauces: greens/garlic/chili/lemon/parmesan; rustic tomato
Dinner
• Cavatelli: Sautéed greens, garlic, chili, lemon, parmesan
• Fettuccine: Rustic tomato sauce
• Lemony Arugula Salad: Fresh arugula, lemon, olive oil
• Oven-Roasted Fennel: Fennel, olive oil, thyme
• After Dinner: Herbal tea infusion
• Recipe Cards: Guests receive recipes for pasta dishes
7. Friday – Light & Ceremonial
Breakfast
• Green smoothie bowls
Dinner
• Zucchini Carpaccio: Thinly sliced zucchini, lemon, olive oil, mint
• Mushroom Risotto: Arborio rice, mushrooms, thyme, parmesan
• Lemony/Garlic Sautéed Spinach: Fresh spinach, garlic, lemon
• Salad: Mixed greens, vinaigrette
• After Dinner: Herbal tea infusion
8. Saturday – Festive Community Dinner
Breakfast
• Fresh fruit platter, yogurt, nuts, seeds
Dinner
• Bruschette: Toasted bread, tomato, basil, olive oil
• Lentil & Caramelized Onion Salad: Lentils, onions, herbs
• Melanzane alla Parmigiana: Eggplant, tomato, mozzarella, basil
• Vegetable & Orzo Pasta: Orzo, seasonal vegetables, herbs
• Market Salad: Mixed greens, vinaigrette
• After Dinner: Herbal tea infusion
9. Sunday – Closing Celebration
Breakfast
• Celebration brunch table: breads, cheeses, fruit, yogurt, nuts, jams, herbal teas