Cloud Forest Culinary Retreat in Costa Rica
Escape to the lush beauty of Costa Rica's cloud forest for a unique culinary retreat that combines nature, culture, and cuisine.
Stay in a private cabina nestled in the heart of the cloud forest and wake up to a chorus of tropical birdsong.
Embark on breathtaking hikes to stunning waterfalls — then spend the afternoon with a fruity drink by the pool. We'll shop the bustling San Isidro Farmers Market and marvel at the life cycle of butterflies in the Casa Alegria dome in Canaan.
Evenings are a time for savoring the fruits of your culinary efforts while surrounded by the enchanting cloud forest. As the sun sets, the sounds of the forest along with the rushing waters of the Rio Talari create a magical backdrop during the dinner hour at La Cocina.
2025 Retreat Packages
Retreat Dates: April 19 - 26, 2025 (Saturday - Saturday)
Package Rates:
- $2650pp double / $3650 pp solo
- Save $150 per guest — pay in full when you book!
- Airfare & travel insurance must be purchased separately.
Retreat Highlights
- Luxury Lodging at Finca Mia Retreat Center
- Private cabinas with private bathrooms
- 7 Nights, 8 Days
- All farm-to-table delicious & healthy meals included
- Shop like a local at the San Isidro Farmer's Market
- Hiking at Cloudbridge Nature Reserve
- Cacao & local cheese workshops
- Casa Alegria Butterfly Dome
- Relax by the pool with a tropical fruit smoothie
Why This Trip Is For YOU
If your idea of a dream vacation is learning to cook (then eating) incredible meals, taking the road less traveled, laughing with new friends and chatting with the locals — you're our kind of traveler!
Here's what you'll get out of a HYCH culinary retreat:
- 1:1 hands-on culinary instruction from professional chefs (all levels welcome!)
- Off the beaten path adventures you'll remember
- Incredible meals made of fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Small groups, great vibes and gorgeous accommodations
- Elevated attention from our team, ensuring your adventure is spectacular!
- New friendships with fellow food lovers hungry for travel
- The joy of waking up in places you've only dreamed of...
Meet Matt & Catharine
Catharine is the hostess with the mostest! Her #1 goal on our retreats is ensuring that your retreat goes off without a hitch (haha). When she's not discovering ways to make each of our culinary travel experiences better than the last, Catharine will be the one capturing every moment on camera so you can remember your amazing adventure for years to come.
Chef Matt Kuerbis is the friendliest chef in the kitchen and he truly loves to teach. He has been cooking professionally for more than 25 years and holds a master's degree in education.
Matt served as Director of Education of the Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Portland, OR, before launching HYCH. He now teaches for the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts and offers private cooking classes for corporate teams, families and individuals looking to elevate their skills in the kitchen.
READY TO ESCAPE TO COSTA RICA?
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WHERE YOU'LL BE ADVENTURING
Canaan Los Angeles, Provincia de San José, Rivas, Costa Rica
