The Living Table: Healthy Cookery Retreat in France

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THE LIVING TABLE: PRACTICAL HEALTHY COOKERY

Our healthy cookery retreats, hosted by our own retreat cook and a Leith-qualified chef, will give you everyday flair and dinner party confidence. Time will be well spent mastering practical healthy cooking, learning professional hosting secrets for groups of 4 to 20, and enjoying delicious, wholesome food. You'll also spend plenty of time relaxing in our cosy accommodation, being guided through prep-ahead strategies, and sampling local flavours.

Our guest chef is fully qualified and brings a wealth of professional expertise, sharing invaluable kitchen techniques and presentation tips. Alongside our retreat cook, they ensure a supportive, hands-on, and inspiring environment for every guest, whether you are cooking for family weeknight dinners or hosting large gatherings.

Accompanying partners are welcome and can enjoy therapeutic massages, restorative treatments and yoga or pilates classes.

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Exclusive use of the entire 27 acre parkland Chateau Estate for retreat attendees
En-suite accommodation in the 'fairytale' Chateau de la Motte Henry
Nutritious, tailored menu, accommodating all dietary requirements, including 3 meals per day, readily available snacks and all drinks (incl. beers and wine)
Wonderful health and wellness facilities — gym, 25m heated pool, massage room, yoga studio, sauna, and hot tubs

Great social and relaxation areas — lakeside decking, walled garden, opulent lounges and dining areas
Daily hands-on cookery masterclasses focusing on practical healthy meals and dinner party hosting for groups of 4 to 20
Expert guidance from our retreat cook and a Leith-qualified chef sharing professional tips and presentation secrets
Excursion to a vibrant local French market with an artisanal cheese and wine tasting experience
Complementary transfers from airports and train stations on nominated flights

A black-and-white image of a castle with multiple turrets and a large tree in the foreground. The sky is filled with dramatic clouds, and the surrounding landscape consists of grass and additional trees. The scene has an ethereal, dreamy quality.

The Diet Evolution salad, served in a white bowl, includes mixed greens, sliced red onions, vibrant red beets, and a sprinkle of chopped nuts, all set on a white surface.

At the Cooking Demonstration, a napkin holds two spoons between parfaits topped with granola and smoothies. The left smoothie is strawberry pink, and the right one is green with an orange slice.

A vibrant field of yellow flowers stretches across the foreground under a sky filled with dramatic, wispy clouds. Sunlight filters through the clouds, casting a soft glow over the landscape.

A bowl of mixed nuts, raisins, and dried fruits sits on a white and green-rimmed plate. A spoon rests on the side. A glass of water is blurred in the background on a white tablecloth.

In the Cooking Demonstration, skewers of grilled meat paired with green vegetables are elegantly displayed on a rectangular white plate, enhanced by a delicious sauce and slightly charred to perfection for a savory look.

A sunlit forest with tall trees and lush green foliage. The ground is carpeted with blue wildflowers and grass, and a narrow path winds through the scene. Sun rays filter through the leaves, casting dappled light on the forest floor.

Four smoothies in glasses on a light surface: a yellow mango smoothie with a slice, a green smoothie garnished with greens, a darker green veggie smoothie, and a pink strawberry smoothie topped with fruit.

A plate of food featuring a grilled chicken breast topped with creamy sauce and leafy greens. Accompanied by a colorful salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, greens, and grains, topped with feta cheese and herbs. A fork and knife are in the blurred background.

A narrow cobblestone street lined with old, textured buildings leads to a tall, medieval-style church tower with a spire. The sky is clear and blue, casting soft shadows on the scene.

A white bowl with a green and gold rim holds a vibrant salad of sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and chopped herbs. Reminiscent of Dave Scotts meticulous attention to detail, the fresh mix rests elegantly on a table draped with a white tablecloth.

A row of trees lines the horizon under a sky with scattered clouds. In the foreground, a vast field of vibrant yellow flowers stretches across the scene.

A white bowl of tomato soup garnished with fresh basil leaves, placed on a white tablecloth. A spoon rests on a folded white napkin to the left of the bowl.

A serene forest scene with a dirt path winding through tall, lush green trees. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy, illuminating the vibrant foliage and creating dappled patterns on the ground.

A bowl of colorful couscous salad containing finely chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and fresh herbs, served with a metal spoon on the side. The dish is placed on a light-colored surface.

A serene black and white image of a castle with pointed towers reflected in a calm lake. The scene is surrounded by trees with abundant foliage, giving the impression of a peaceful, picturesque landscape.

LE LIEU

Le château de la Motte Henry est un magnifique château du 19eme siècle^th , situé dans un parc verdoyant de plus de 9 hectares dans les Pays de la Loire. Facile d'accès depuis le Royaume-Uni et l'Europe continentale, le château est équipé d'installations de santé, de remise en forme et de loisirs de première classe pour permettre aux clients de se détendre et de se ressourcer. Les logements spacieux restent fidèles à l'héritage du château, mis à jour pour le confort moderne.

Voir le lieu

UNE ALIMENTATION SAINE ET NUTRITIVE

PRÉPARÉ AVEC AMOUR

Notre nutritionniste et notre chef ont conçu un menu attrayant et délicieux, à base de produits locaux et biologiques. Nous servons des aliments biologiques de la plus haute qualité, provenant de la région, afin de produire un menu énergisant et détoxifiant tout au long de votre séjour. Les végétariens et les végétaliens sont les bienvenus.

EXEMPLE DE MENU

Two glasses of yogurt parfaits topped with granola are centered, with a spoon and fork on a napkin between them. A pink smoothie with a strawberry and a green smoothie with an orange slice are on opposite sides, set on a white tablecloth.

PETIT DÉJEUNER

Granola artisanal Signature

Plateau de fruits frais

Œufs brouillés à la truite fumée et à l'aneth

Pots de bouleau à graines d'avoine et de chia avec des baies mélangées

Réveillez-vous avec des smoothies énergisants

Jus d'orange et de pamplemousse rose frais

A white plate with grilled chicken topped with melted cheese and spinach, accompanied by a tomato and avocado salad, and a lentil salad with feta cheese.

DÉJEUNER

Poitrine de dinde épicée marocaine

Guacamole

Lentille du Puy, tomate séchée et salade de feta

Salade de concombres et de tomates à la menthe

Couscous aux pois chiches et grenade

Salade verte

A white bowl filled with vibrant orange tomato soup sits on a cream-colored tablecloth. The soup is garnished with fresh basil leaves. A spoon is placed on a folded napkin next to the bowl.

DINER

Soupe aux tomates rôties et au basilic

Gâteaux de patate douce et de haddock d'Amérique du Sud, sauce au citron et au thym

Épinards fanés

Haricots verts

Carottes glacées

Framboise et chia en pot

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CAPTURE YOUR CULINARY CREATIVITY

THE LIVING TABLE: PRACTICAL HEALTHY COOKERY

CE QUI EST INCLUS

DES RETRAITES PERSONNALISÉES

OÙ TOUT EST PENSÉ POUR VOTRE BIEN-ÊTRE

LE LIEU

UNE ALIMENTATION SAINE ET NUTRITIVE

PRÉPARÉ AVEC AMOUR

EXEMPLE DE MENU

PETIT DÉJEUNER

DÉJEUNER

DINER

RETRAITES À VENIR

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Mort au château - Meurtre et mystère

The Living Table

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