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Healing Holidays is a specialist Spa and Wellness company. We have years of unrivalled experience and have scoured the globe to find the best medical Spas, clinics and retreats, as well as the great practitioners and doctors who will help sort out your health issues. As the UK’s leading Health and Wellness specialist, we have many exclusive offers with the world’s top Spas, and you know by booking with Healing Holidays that not only will you not get a better price elsewhere, but you will also be assured of impartial advice and the best insider tips. We know our Spas, and will match you with the one that actually suits you, not us. This mini-brochure features a small selection of our favourite places to go and heal, to jumpstart you on a journey to good health.
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KAMALAYA WELLNESS SANCTURY Koh Samui, Thailand Tucked away in a lush valley, overlooking the coast of southern Koh Samui lies the hypnotically-beautiful Kamalaya. The spiritual energy is so pure and intense, it’s no wonder that Buddhist monks came here to contemplate, and it’s around their cave of worship that the resort has been built. Everything is geared for total and complete transformation. It’s just recently been revamped, so the rooms are bright and airy, and the additions of a three-storey fitness emporium and a 25-metre pool means it is now is also the best looking, and best equipped spa in Thailand, if not Asia. The joy of staying in this most stellar of spas is that you will be nurtured and healed by some of Asia’s best healers. Many of the counsellors have been monks, (and you will also get the best overseas visiting experts), the near-vegan food is delectable, and your mouth will zing with the Asian fusion taste explosion. There is no calorie counting here, that’s not the Kamalaya way, you can have a little of what you fancy, and even have the odd glass of organic wine with dinner in the evening. Kamalaya is the perfect place for the stressed-out, adrenalin-depleted city goer, or for those who want to slow down their pace.
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Relax and Renew from £2,390 pp sharing, £2,749 singles Ideal for those looking for a relaxing wellness holiday, this programme is designed to reduce stress, replenish depleted energy levels and boost your immune system. You will experience therapies from holistic treatments to alternative medicine, all tailored to your individual needs following an initial wellness consultation.
Basic Detox & Rejuvenation from £2,490 pp sharing, £2,790 singles This is a research-based programme that brings medical science and holistic therapies together. Nutritional and herbal support helps to reduce side effects and optimise the detoxification process. Combining various therapies, nutritional supplements and healthy cuisine with optional holistic fitness classes, this programme offers an integrated approach to experiencing ‘lightness of being.’ The result is increased energy and vitality, creating a foundation for optimum health, longevity and personal growth.
Embracing Change from £2,890 pp sharing, £3,259 singles Offering an experience of self-discovery and growth, this programme includes a combination of traditional Asian massages, Chinese Medicine and personal lifestyle consultations. You will focus on exploring your inner life and emotional disposition and address current life situations with effective tools to restore emotional balance. Perfect for anyone seeking support for life changes and life challenging situations of any kind, to prevent the stress build-up that often results in emotional burn-out, as well as for targeting emotionally-driven eating habits, relationship issues including loss or break-ups, work related difficulties, anxiety and grief.
Beetroot Tartare with Papaya Dressings (serves 4)
Ingredients • 500g beetroot, whole
• Black pepper, to taste
• 10g shallot, chopped
• 25g fresh basil
• 15g thyme, chopped
• 40g cucumber, sliced very finely
• 4 tsp. Dijon mustard
• 4tbsp. papaya dressing
• 4 tsp. lime juice
• 4tbsp. lime & Wasabi Dressing
• 250g sea salt (for beetroot bed) • A pinch of sea salt
Method Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Sprinkle sea salt onto a baking tray, place the beetroot on top and cook it in the oven for 45 minutes. Allow it to cool, then peel and cut it into very fine cubes. Place the cubed beetroot in a bowl and add the shallots, thyme, Dijon mustard, lime juice, and salt and pepper. Add a tablespoon of each dressing and mix it well. To serve, place the cucumber slices in a circle on your plates. Use a circular mould to place the tartare in the middle of the cucumber slices, garnish with the basil leaves and drizzle the remainder of both dressings around the cucumber.
ABSOLUTE SANCTUARY Koh Samui, Thailand Situated on a quiet part of the island of Koh Samui lies Absolute Sanctuary, a simple, no-frills stellar spa. If you are determined to cleanse, to get fitter and lose weight, without it costing the earth, then this is the spa for you. Their Yoga classes are amongst the best you will ever experience; in fact they even train Yoga teachers from overseas. You can choose from Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Hot, Pranayama and meditation and their new Reformer Pilates programme will challenge even those with the strongest core. They are particularly hot on their fasting programmes – a chance for your digestive system to have a break. You could be on a liquid-only diet - warming broths, drinks of psyllium husk, and oodles of delicious coconut water.
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Slim Quinoa Porridge with Goji Berries Signature Detox Programme from £1,936 pp sharing, £2,188 singles: The Signature Detox (1 portion)
programmes at Absolute Sanctuary include daily colon hydrotherapy sessions, detox drinks, massages, yoga classes, nutritional supplements and delicious meals if not fasting. Each will leave you feeling cleansed, healthy and uplifted. Ultimate Detox is the most intensive programme based on fasting. Great if looking to achieve instant weight-loss. Living Foods Detox focuses on the benefits of eating raw food meals. It improves energy levels, complexion and allows weight loss. Vegetarian Detox is based on healthy vegetarian cuisine prepared with organic ingredients and is ideal for first timers.
Pilates Reformer Bootcamp from £1,935 pp sharing, £2,195 singles: The Pilates Reformer Bootcamp is ideal for both beginners and Pilates aficionados. Enjoy two group reformer classes a day and individual one-on-one private reformer sessions with an instructor – it’s a great way to get long, lean and toned. Also included in this programme is a postural analysis, a wellness consultation, three spa cuisine meals a day at the famed Love Kitchen restaurant, soothing massages to knead away tense muscles and scheduled group fitness classes. Yoga Holiday Programme from £1,717 pp sharing, £1,970 singles: Whether you are a beginner or a dedicated practitioner, these programmes are well placed to help you enhance your practice with unlimited daily classes combined with healthy meals and daily massages. Find your balance physically, mentally and spiritually with up to 25 classes a week including a wide variety of styles such as Hot, Flow, Hot Flow, Yin, Yin-Yang, Hatha, Pranayama and Meditation, Pilates, Yoga Pilates and a special Introduction to Yoga classes for pure beginners.
Slim Quinoa Porridge with Goji Berries (serves 1)
Ingredients • 35g cooked quinoa • Dried sprinkles:
A pinch of dried cashews
A pinch of shredded , dehydrated coconut
Fruits: • A diced dragon fruit
Coconut Milk: • 100g water • 30g coconut milk • 30g soy milk • 5g black raisin • 1 tsp. coconut syrup • 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract • 5g goji berries
• A diced mango
Method Add the coconut milk ingredients to a saucepan, stir then simmer for 5 minutes. Layer the fruits on top of the cooked quinoa. Serve with the coconut milk mixture
SHA WELLNESS CLINIC Alicante, Spain This strikingly-cool minimalist jewel is hidden away in Spain’s Sierra Helada Mountains, and is considered by many to be one of the best medical spas in Europe. This pioneering clinic is focused on improving your health and wellbeing through a perfect fusion of the very best of natural ancient Eastern philosophy and the most advanced cutting-edge Western techniques. You can expect a diet rich in fibre, organic whole grains, pulses and lots of locallysourced vegetables. You will have occasional fish BUT strictly no red meat or dairy.
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SHA Essence Programme from £2,880 pp sharing, £3,490 singles: This 7 day programme combines ancient oriental medicine and techniques with the latest advances in the western world to give you the chance to discover a healthy and positive lifestyle that focuses on happiness and wellbeing. It includes medical consultations, macrobiotic nutrition, natural therapies, western medicine along with a series of personalised treatments to make you feel better. SHA Discovery from £1,655 pp sharing, £2,099 singles: This health programme has been created to enable you to dedicate some time to yourself, whilst you learn, in just 4 days, about the healthiest habits for your body. You will have time to relax, recover from stress and enjoy a unique environment, combining it with a series of treatments that are enhanced by general health consultations and advice on macrobiotic nutrition. SHA Weight Loss from £2,990 pp sharing, £3,799 singles: Ideal for anyone who is overweight, suffering from fatigue or depression caused by poor body image or eating disorders. This programme combines a healthy diet with therapies that stabilise the metabolism and cut down on blood sugar levels. Ancient nutritional know-how combines with natural herbal therapeutic drinks that favour the elimination of excess fat to produce results. Learn how to eat healthily and continue to slim down until your ideal weight is reached and then know how to stay that way for the rest of your life, gaining health and energy. Pranayama and Meditation, Pilates, Yoga Pilates and a special Introduction to yoga classes for pure beginners.
Azukis wth Brown Rice, Carrot Cream and Tajin Ingredients • Carrots: 3 • Brown rice: 200gr • Tajin: 100gr • Azukis: 300gr • Onions: 100gr • Pumpkin: 200gr • Kombu seaweed
Method: Soak the Azukis the day before. Peel the carrots and boil for 20 minutes. Strain them and add 100 grams of Tajin. Grind the cooked carrots and set aside. Put the rice in a saucepan (use half of a unit of rice for every unit of water). Cook on a low flame and cover. Remove from the heat when there is no water left. Set aside. Cut the pumpkin into medium pieces. Boil the pumpkin with the azukis and seaweed. Cook for 1 hour and fifteen minutes, it should end up being a bit dry. Assemble the dish, the carrots and Tajin first, add a timbale of rice on it, decorate with two dice of azukis and some sprouts.
38째NORTH Ibiza, Spain Between the months of April and November, the brain child of James Davis and Kelly Morgan who, together with their A- Team of mind and body professionals, have created focused fitness and detox programmes. Spend your days with boot camp style workouts on the beach, hikes through pine clad hills, paddle boarding from island to island and practicing yoga and meditation in front of dazzling sunsets. Bespoke itineraries can be created for individual goals on any day of the week, while small group programmes (maximum of 10-12 people) are run on selected dates. Food is nutritious, locally sourced and fresh. Carefully tailored nutritional advice balanced with cutting edge slimming technology and freshly prepared organic juices help you to relax, purify your body and mind and get the results you desire.
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Private Detox Retreat from £1,199 pp sharing, £1,449 singles: 38 Degree’s North run 3 and 6 night Private Detox Retreats to help you to relax whilst purifying your body and mind. Each retreat starts and ends with a wellness and nutritional consultation to offer you guidance as to how to cleanse effectively. Days are spent doing boot camp style workouts on the beach, hikes through pine clad hills, practicing yoga and meditation in front of dazzling sunsets and enjoying the high tech Revival Wellness Centre at the hotel. Private Fitness Retreat from £1,199 pp sharing, £1,449 singles: Opt for a 3 or 6 night Private Fitness retreat to rebalance both your body and mind. Their approach may be fun and personal, but they will push you to raise your fitness level, burn excess fat, and try a wide array of activities and training styles. By the end of the retreat you should feel rejuvenated, re-energised and ready to face the world again with a new personalised fitness plan. If you prefer, group retreats are available on set dates throughout the year.
Private Deep Sleep and Relax Retreat from £1,869 pp sharing, £2,049 singles: 38 Degrees North is home to some of the best sleep experts in Europe. Their dedicated team has developed this private 6 night retreat to help you to develop a programme for your nutrition, exercise and wellbeing giving you more balance with a busy lifestyle. Drift off with their relaxing therapies, including NSA-chiropractic care which is proven to help still the nervous system helping your body create new strategies to relax. To compliment this, you have a consultation with their nutritionist to provide recommendations and ongoing support and their personal trainer to establish a suitable exercise programme. You will find that you have increased energy, creativity and confidence plus a greater ability to adapt to stress. This in turn will improve your quality of sleep and overall wellbeing.
Carrot, beetroot, apple and ginger juice Ingredients • 2 carrots • 1 beetroot • 1/2 apple • 1/4 inch of ginger • 1/4 lemon with the rind left on
Method Nice and easy, pop it all in a blender and enjoy
PARKHOTEL IGLS Innsbruck, Austria Located a few kilometres from Innsbruck, and flanked by the Tyrolean Alps, Parkhotel Igls is a detox, medical clinic that adheres to the Dr Mayr’s principle, (clean guts are the route to good health). Drawing on his famous theory of holistic wellbeing, the clinic believes that 80% of chronic disease is caused by bad nutrition and lack of exercise. Diagnostics are enhanced by the latest cutting-edge medical testing, as well as by alternative medical procedures. Food and nutrition are a big part of your stay, and a diet plan, using locally-grown organic ingredients, will be tailored for you. The food is surprisingly delicious, and there is a big effort to make it both tasty and pleasing to the eye.
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Mayr Classic Programme from £1,845 pp sharing, £1,875 singles: Offering an introduction to Modern Mayr Medicine, this programme focuses on the regeneration of your digestive system with consultations, cleansing treatments and massage therapies each tailor-made specifically for your requirements. Be sure to make use of the group exercise classes and activities, lifestyle management and mental coaching offered alongside all programmes at Parkhotel Igls.
Detox On The Run Programme from £2,040 pp sharing, £2,070 singles:
Exercise is an important component of the Mayr concept. Combine medical examinations and health checks, a personalised Modern Mayr cuisine diet plan, with professional coaches and therapists who will customise a varied and balanced exercise programme to suit you. Increasing the level of exercise when and where appropriate to improve your performance. Receive a training plan to take away to continue with your new regime at home.
Musculoskeletal Programme from £2,130 pp sharing, £2,160 singles: Using a combination of specific back treatments, healing packs and Modern Mayr Medicine this programme focuses on the treatment of back and joint complaints, easing the tension and muscular imbalances that lead to back pain and posture problems. This programme addresses tension and muscular imbalances, works on de-stressing your body, tackling unhealthy diets and recommending relevant exercise regimes, all aimed at ensuring ease of movement and freedom from pain.
Soufflé Roast Potatoes (serves 4)
Ingredients • 4 large floury potatoes • A pinch of salt • Caraway seeds • 4 eggs • Pepper • Grated nutmeg • 20ml olive oil
Method Boil the potatoes with salt and caraway seeds until tender, drain and allow the steam to evaporate – never rinse with cold water! Peel the potatoes and cut away a thin slice from the bottom of each – this will prevent them from rolling around. Cut another 2-3 thin slices from the top and reserve, then carefully scoop out the potatoes and press the scooped potato through a ricer into a separate bowl. Separate the eggs. Whisk the egg whites and a pinch of salt until stiff and fold into the mashed potatoes. Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg and olive oil. Fill the hollowed out potatoes with this mixture. Layer the potato slices over the top and brush with egg yolk mixed with a little water. Bake in the oven at 180˚C for about 15-20 minutes.
AYURVEDA RESORT SONNHOF Austria Tucked away in the Tyrolean Mountains is the 30-room Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof, a perfect family-run hidden gem. We came across this jewel a few years back and were bowled over by their take on Ayurveda, which also offers exceptional value for money, and is only a couple of hours from London. Dr Alaettin Sinop leads the Ayurveda team along with Dr Guarav Sharma and a team of 13. They offer a huge range of programmes, from shirodhara to the fullon traditional Panchakarma detox, as well as acupuncture, and the best oil massages you will ever have. You have daily yoga, breathing exercises and mediation by the lake. The daily programme is comprehensive and there are lots to keep you fully occupied. The food is Vegetarian Ayurvedic, which may sound odd, but a meticulous amount of care and attention is put into both the foods presentation: colourful and enticing to the taste as well as being delicious and healthy.
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Ayurdetox from £1,365 pp sharing, £1,570 singles: This programme includes an Ayurvedic diet targeted at weight reduction, combining the findings of modern nutritional science with the ancient wisdoms of traditional dietary forms. Detox, lose weight and stay in shape. Opt for a 4-night short cleansing programme or a 7-night Intensive programme. In the intensive programme, an individual diet programme, targeted detox methods and treatments are combined with gentle exercise to expel toxins and waste materials from your body. Within a short time, you will feel revitalised with sustainable weight loss.
Panchakarma from £2,005 pp sharing, £2,210 singles:
Not for the faint hearted this is the most effective and profound detoxification method, dealing with both water-soluble waste and the more significant fatsoluble toxins. Panchakarma is recommended for those suffering with chronic disorders. Comprehensive diagnostic consultations are followed by treatments tailored to suit your individual requirements. Herbal tonics and remedies will also make up your treatment plan. The cleansing process is first followed by the purification process enhancing both your physical and spiritual wellbeing, promoting mental clarity and leaving you rejuvenated, vitalised and balanced.
Relax and Feel Good Retreat from £1,137 pp sharing, £1,273 singles: If you want an introduction to Ayurvedic therapies or perhaps just a short relaxing break then this is the perfect programme for you. Providing therapeutic treatments designed to relax and revitalise body, mind and spirit this is a great taster programme to whet your appetite for the ancient healing art of Ayurveda. Make sure to take advantage of the group yoga and meditation classes to enhance your experience, walks in the local hills are not to be missed. Cleanse your body with the refreshing mountain air. Pomegranate Poached Pear with Soya Cream (serves 2)
Ingredients • 1 pear • The seeds of 1 pomegranate • 100ml pomegranate juice • 100ml whipping cream • 2 tbsp. soya sauce • 1 tsp. of cinnamon • A pinch of aniseed
Method Peel and halve the pear then place in a saucepan. Pour pomegranate juice over the pear. Add half the cinnamon and the aniseed, and bring to a simmer over a medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low and poach gently for 10 minutes. Turn very gently during cooking to make sure they cook and colour evenly. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pear halves to shallow bowls and set aside. Boil the poaching liquid until it is reduced to around 30ml. Add the soya and the remaining cinnamon to the cream. Whip the cream until light and fluffy. To serve, place a generous dollop of soya cream next to each halved pear and serve with pomegranate seeds and the reduced poaching liquid.
GRAND RESORT BAD RAGAZ Switzerland Set against an imposing Alpine backdrop, is the state-of-the-art wellness centre of Bad Ragaz. Whether you want to address a specific health issue, have a full body MOT, lose weight or simply enjoy the thermal waters, Bad Ragaz is the perfect place for you. Switzerland is home to some of the finest medi-spas in the world and the most cutting edge medical techniques, and the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is arguably the best of the lot. It’s astonishing the depth of expertise, but not at all surprising given that they have a team of over 30 top Doctors and specialists, combined with a substantial elite fitness team, some of the best naturopaths and nutritionists, a homeopathic unit and an impressive Chinese medicine unit. When it comes to the food side you are spoilt for choice; you can adhere to a fully-controlled calorie-counted spa diet, or choose from wonderful, locally-sourced, organic salads and antipasti, or a Michelin-star dining experience.
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Therapeutic Relaxation from £1,949 pp sharing, £2,349 singles: This 4 night programme is ideal for those looking to take some time to give their mind, body and soul a break from the stresses of everyday life. By using therapeutic treatments, this programme offers a feeling of relaxation that penetrates your nervous systems, calms your mind, body and soul and heals your energy field. You will learn to appreciate the here and now through inner calm and harmony. As an optional extra, complementary medical treatments from the areas of naturopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can be recommended according to your individual needs.
Ragazer Anti-Aging Nutrition and Training from £6,095 pp sharing, £6,660 singles: Ageing is something we all fear, and we are on a constant quest to discover a remedy to either stop or at least control it. This 5 night programme offers the perfect solution, combining both beauty treatments with fitness and diet. After embarking on the initial medical consultations, you will begin to reduce your biological ageing process by adjusting your lifestyle through the focus of movement, nutrition, stress management and your quality of sleep. These combined factors will activate the cells in your muscles, liver, brain and vessels to help achieve younger looking skin.
Ragazer Weight Loss from £6,295 pp sharing, £6,885 singles: Grand Resort Bad Ragaz helps you attain your optimum body weight through exercise and a healthy diet with medical supervision, including treatments such as a cardiovascular function test and a medical analysis of eating and exercise habits. During this 6 night programme you will achieve a sustained reduction in body fat through systematic training with your personal trainer. Dine on light and healthy food from the “Cuisine Equilibrée” menu and receive nutritional advice to help you achieve a healthy everyday diet. Strengthen yourself mentally and learn how to maintain and optimise your weight in future.
Sautéed Beef Strips with Red Pepper, Liscio and Sour Cream (Equilibrée) (serves 2) Ingredients • 200 g Beef strips
• 40g Crème fraiche
• 70g Fresh red peppers
• Season with salt, pepper
• 2 pieces Herbs bouquet
• 100g Vegetable stock, non-fat/fat reduced
• 10 g Olive oil
(rosemary, thyme, sage)
• 50g Water
• 0.2 l Red pepper sauce
• 2g Olive oil cold-pressed
• 5g Cream
• 60 g Peppers yellow & red
• 10g Fresh onions, minced
• 6g Fresh liscio
• 1g Fresh garlic, minced
Method Peel the peppers and cut it into thin slices. Blanch it in slightly salted water, take it out and let it cool off. Cut the liscio into thin slices. Season the beef strips with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a fry pan, add the beef strips and roast them sharply until they reach the right cooking point. Please note that this takes about max. 1-2 minutes. The meat should remain slightly raw/ saignant. Take it from the pan and let it drop off on a paper towel. Put the peppers slices into the same pan and roast them for about 2-3 minutes at medium heat. Add the liscio and beef strips and mix it well. Arrange it on the plate. Heat the pepperoni sauce and put it over the meat. Garnish with some crème fraîche and herbs bouquets. Mix the sweet corn and potato mash with milk, cream, and butter and heat it well. Season it with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook the mini corncobs in salt water and then roast them slightly in butter, then season them. Sauté the minced onions and garlic in the olive oil. Add the washed and small cut peppers and steam them shortly. Add the vegetable stock and water and cook it for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Mix the sauce mixen and put it through a thin strainer. Boil up the sauce before serving, refine it with cream and mix it until it’s foamy with a hand blender
VANA, MALSI ESTATE INDIA A comprehensive destination spa that covers every aspect of wellness, your stay at India’s Vana, Malsi Estate will predominantly include Ayurvedic medicine to get you and your body back on track. With three yoga studios and a yoga pavilion, there is ample opportunity to get you physically in shape alongside the excellent spa treatments. Immerse yourself in the spectacular forest scenery and enjoy the music and art which have been specifically selected to put you at ease, as well as outdoor activities and interesting lectures on offer. The onsite Tibetan Healing Centre includes u nye, dhugs, chu lum and gom under the guidance of their sowa rigpa doctor. Whether you’ve come to detox, lose weight, get fit or heal a niggling issue, Veer Singh and his expert team invite you in to their sanctuary for ultimate well-being and relaxation.
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Personalised treatment plan from £3,269 pp sharing, £4,379 singles: Vana Malsi Estate boast a diverse team of specialists, practitioners, consultants and experts who are focused on healing, restoring balance and enhancing your wellbeing. By using information shared before arrival and during your initial consultation, their team will personalise your treatment and diet to suit your goals, preferences and body type. By investing time on wellness, rest, eating mindfully and ‘just being’ on retreat you will work towards achieving your goals.
PUMPKIN GNOCCHI, TOMATO, GREEN PEA, ZUCCHINI, PINE NUTS (serves 1)
Ingredients • 300 g pumpkin red • 50 g whole-wheat flour • 2 egg yolks • 10 gm parmesan cheese, freshly grated • 1 sprig rosemary • 5 g garlic, chopped • 10 g onion, chopped • 5 g salt • 5 ml olive oil • 5 g garlic, chopped • 10 g onion, chopped • 30 g zucchini green and yellow, diced • 20 g green peas, blanched • 15 g shallots, roasted and peeled • 30 g tomato, diced
Method Cut the pumpkin into even- sized pieces (remove the skin). Add some rosemary, salt, pepper and bake on a tray in a pre-heated oven at 160*C for 15 to 20 minutes. Mash the cooked pumpkin. In a sauce pan, add 1tsp of olive oil, add chopped garlic and onions and sauté. Add the mashed pumpkin and cook on a low heat. Take the pumpkin puree (still warm) in a mixing bowl, add parmesan cheese, egg yolks and whole wheat flour and seasoning. Make sure the dough is firm. Now shape the pumpkin dough into small dumplings. Shift in corn flour and store. Simmer the gnocci in water until done. Add olive oil, chopped garlic, onions and sauté in a pan. Add diced tomato and cook for a while. Now add zucchini, shallots and green peas. Next add tomato concasse and blanched pumpkin gnocchi. Season with salt, pepper and parmesan cheese.
SPA VILLAGE RESORT TEMBOK, BALI BALI, INDONESIA Break away from life’s stress and head to the tropical paradise of Bali where the Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali gives the perfect setting to combine your holiday with some focused spa time. Located away from the hustle and bustle on the north-east coast, the resort is a quiet haven nestled between the mountain and beach and offers a picture perfect beach setting for your break. Enjoy one of the many fantastic massage treatment options, the cookery classes, yoga or lumba lumba (recreation and exercise room), you’ll definitely get in some well earned rest and relaxation. Seafood is sourced fresh from the ocean daily and the menu offers Indonesian fusion and a light western menu option. The menu is tweaked daily to the seafood caught and what is seasonally available in the local markets with a strong focus on sourcing organic fruits and vegetables.
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Introduction to Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali from £1,249 pp sharing, £1,799 singles: This programme is perfect if you are looking to escape from a busy everyday life and improve your overall health and happiness. In this introductory stay you will have the opportunity to explore your health through nourishing wholefood cuisine, rejuvenating spa treatments, movement, mindfulness, hands-on wellness workshops and natural health practices. Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali is a place of peacefulness and calm, combining the therapeutic value of its beautiful location with an ancient and rich cultural heritage.
Kare Ayam (serves 6)
Ingredients • 400g free range chicken, cut into pieces • 360 ml chicken stock • 200 ml coconut milk • 160g eggplant, cut into strips • 160g cauliflower, cut into florets • 100g courgettes, cut into oblongs • 100g long beans, cut into smaller pieces • 1 tsp salt and pepper
For the Paste • 100g galangal, chopped • 150g shallots, chopped • 100g garlic, chopped • 50g turmeric, crushed • 100g red chilli, chopped • 80g candlenuts, chopped • 100g Chinese ginger, chopped • 50g shrimp paste • Splash of cooking oil
Method Grind all the paste ingredients (except shrimp paste and cooking oil) together and sauté with the shrimp paste and a little bit of oil. Add the chicken pieces and sauté in the paste for 3 to 5 minutes, then add the chicken stock. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes. Add the vegetables and, lastly, pour in the coconut milk. Continue to simmer until the aroma of the coconut has come out, then add salt and pepper to taste before serving, preferably with steamed rice.
BARBERYN SRI LANKA Ayurvedic medicine is non-negotiable when staying at Sri Lanka’s Barberyn Beach Resort. With an overall aim of wellness, from inside and out, you are coming to this beautiful part of the world to ensure you leave looking and feeling healthy. The resort is ideally located on a lush hill a short walk from the beach and is in a pristine location for the daily yoga and Thai Chi sessions with the lulling sound of the breeze in the palm trees and the waves rolling onto the beach. Treatments are prescribed according to your unique requirements, so you’re going to get the best concoctions, tinctures, powders and treatments tailored for your individual needs. Even the delicious food is personalised to your body ensuring you get those results while enjoying the fresh, tasty Ayurvedic cuisine made with care and precision to ensure your inner wellbeing. Get better, stronger, lose weight and cleanse your system – this is the place to be for a full wellness overhaul.
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Ayurvedic Treatment from £1,359 pp sharing, £1,499 singles: The Barberyn Ayurveda Health Centre has a team of specially trained staff members: resident Ayurveda doctors, therapists, medicine makers and acupuncture specialists. Their goal? To treat the symptoms of a disease and to help you to strengthen your immune system. You will have an initial Ayurveda consultation with a physician who will then prescribe treatment and diet according to your specific needs. They will teach you to “listen” to your body and feel the tension and stress dissolve with the warm oil and the rhythmic strokes of the therapists.
Cream of Pumpkin Soup with Roasted Almonds Ingredients • 875g Pumpkin • 1 tbsp. Atta flour • 1 tbsp. Butter • 2 L Water • 15g Onion, chopped • 25g Roasted almond chopped • Salt & pepper to tast
Method Peel and cut the pumpkin into cubes. Melt butter in a large pan, add the onion and saute for a few minutes. Add the flour and cook without colouring. Add pumpkin, mix well add 1 litre of water and cook until done. When the pumpkin is cooked, add the remaining litre of water and let it boil. Remove from the heat, keep it warm, and then blend it well. Correct the seasoning and add roasted almonds to the soup. Heat it a little before serving.
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