RETREAT & EVENT CATERING

I have had the privilege of cooking for retreats and private events, in various countries, since 2018.

Wherever I work, I like to use the seasonal, wholefood ingredients available while also taking inspiration from regional flavours and local traditional dishes. This allows me to produce a diverse range of healthy, vibrant, wholesome dishes for my guests and clients.

I like the food to complement the atmosphere and experience that is being offered to the guests as well as provide them with the chance to reconnect with the enjoyment of eating wholesome food. In the past, I have catered for a variety of retreats focusing on yoga, surfing, empowerment, meditation, women circles, healing ceremonies and many more.

Workshops & Cooking Classes

I love sharing my love of cooking with others. Workshops are a great opportunity for me to connect with others and demonstrate what is possible when it comes to eating plant-based meals at home. I am available for workshops, cooking classes or demonstrations whether it be private groups or demonstrations for large events. Or if you would like to include a workshop or cooking classes during a retreat we can discuss adding that to your catering package.

I am based in France but I am happy to travel worldwide for the right project.

testimonials from guests & clients

  • “Loved the ski & yoga retreat in La Rosiere…Mhairi’s delicious creative vegetarian dishes kept us fully fuelled & energised. A retreat that nourished mind, body & soul.”

    Anne, Retreat Guest; AdventureYogi, France 2024

  • “Best holiday I have had for a very long time… our chef Mhairi was superb, I didn’t want to leave.”

    Emma, Retreat Guest; AdventureYogi, UK 2023

  • “Mhairi was a delight to work with. Her professionalism shined through in all of our communications leading up to the retreat. Clearly she absorbed the objectives of my retreat and created an exciting, inspired and delicious plant-based menu that intrigued my retreat guests and had them salivating at every meal. We didn’t just eat. We were nourished!

    Her punctuality, her timely preparation and ability to be flexible contributed to a stress-free environment. As a retreat leader, one of the greatest gifts is having the peace of mind around the execution of meals. Immediately, I knew that Mhairi had it handled! I was able to facilitate my retreat with greater ease and focus. Mhairi will remain my chef-of-choice for all of my future retreats!"

    Vann Duke, SecondHalf Fitness, France 2022

  • “We had the honour of having Mhairi as our cook at our retreat. With a chatty group like mine, there were only a few moments when there was silence: when eating Mhairi's fantastic, tasty, mouth-watering and delicious meals. Balanced in taste, always beautifully matching the other flavours. Every day a surprise and a beautiful colour palette on our plate with the necessary mmmm's. I would like to invite her to each of my retreats. As said: she is a keeper!

    Saskia, Retreat Leader, France 2022

  • “Mhairi is a total treasure. I cannot recommend her enough. We literally oohed and awed through every single meal she prepared for us on retreat. Her food is delicious, healthy, gorgeous and packed with love. The presentation flawless. You can feel the care and good energy she puts into every creative dish. I am very picky when it comes to healthy retreat food and Mhairi hit the ball out of the park. My digestion never felt better after a week of eating her food. I'm plotting how to have her on every retreat I lead! She's a star”

    Nikki, Yoga Teacher & Retreat Host, France 2022

  • “Mhairi is a very talented chef and an all-around wonderful person. Her food is healthy, adaptable & also delicious. Attention is made for seasonality & clients dietary requirements, superb. We love working with Mhairi, she’s a success in every way.“

    Lucy, Owner of Domaine de Mournac, France 2021

  • “Mhairi is the perfect chef! She is very professional and open to discussions, regarding the food or anything else. Her energy is just so calm and positive that it fits perfectly with the mood we’ve been creating for our retreats.”

    Tran & Melissa, Chez Soi Retraites, France 2021

  • “Mhairi’s dishes are original and full of flavours that were new to me. I had a chance to be on two quite physically and mentally intense yoga retreats and Mhairi’s cooking (especially her divine desserts) kept me alive”

    Ania, Retreat Guest, France 2021

  • “Mhairi’s cooking over the weekend proved that vegan food can be exciting and delicious. She completely inspired me to find new ways of cooking with plant-based ingredients. All of her dishes were beautiful, colourful, fresh creations that were continuously a conversation topic around the dinner table! I didn’t expect to leave the retreat with a new love of vegan food - thank you!”

    Natalia, Retreat Guest, UK 2019

  • “When I booked my weekend yoga retreat I was looking forward to rest and relaxation; I hadn’t given much thought to what I would be eating. What a revelation! The vegetarian food experience was amazing. Food that was colourful, full of flavour and so delicious. Not only that, Mhairi made most of it gluten-free which was such a treat for me. Thank you; I have been inspired.”

    Lynn, Retreat Guest, UK 2019

  • “As a non-vegetarian I was blown-away by the variety and simplicity of the dishes prepared by Mhairi. I found her to be more than capable of producing appetising and visually appealing dishes for a large group (20+), three times daily, making meal times an event which everyone looked forward to.”

    Lynda, Retreat Guest, 2019

  • “Thank you again for the wonderful food on the recent Norfolk retreat. I called you a Vegan Legend, and I meant it!

    I felt nourished, comforted and inspired by your food. The day after I arrived back, I immediately ordered some new cookbooks and I went to the shops to buy more grains, veg and other yummy things.”

    Kirsty, Retreat Guest, UK 2019

  • “I have been to a yoga retreat this August Bank Holiday and it has been an amazing experience....the big surprise for me was the food that Mhairi was preparing for us every day. Plant-based, whole food, predominantly vegan, made from scratch with care and love. It was a pleasure to all our senses and the kind of nutritional support our bodies (and minds) needed in order to make the most out of our time there. She was the highlight of the retreat!”

    Emmanuella, Retreat Guest, UK 2019

  • “I had the joy of meeting Mhairi and got to enjoy her wonderful food during a week stay in the south of France at a yoga retreat. Her skills in the kitchen are phenomenal! The colours, the taste and the combination of foods I would never had thought of trying is something that I will never forget! Thanks for the amazing food and knowledge.”

    Ally, Retreat Guest, France 2019

  • “Mhairi proved herself to be a professional in her work sphere. After meeting in person, I instantly felt safe to give the whole ‘kitchen & menu thing’ onto her with absolute trust. Every meal she made during the week was delicious and looked amazing. My guests could not stop taking pictures! We were all fascinated with how creative she was as a chef, as well as warm and straightforward as a person. I had absolutely no issues with her service. My best recommendations to anyone, also might book again in the future.”

    Victoria, Coach & Retreat Leader, France 2019

  • “I have just returned from a week of yoga and surf with a full belly and a love for vegan food. I was expecting wonderful colourful salads but on top of that I was served Keralan curries, freshly baked cinnamon rolls and everything in between. Even the biggest carnivores of the group were left feeling inspired and satisfied. Thank you Mhairi for making the most of all the delicious, seasonal and regional produce available, sharing your knowledge and always delivering with a warm smile.”

    Fiona, Retreat Guest, Portugal 2018

  • “Mhairi was professional and amazing with our guests whilst operating in an open and accessible kitchen. Let’s not forget about the food, the food was consistently delicious, colourful and always surprising. Always using the best local and fresh ingredients to deliver an exceptional, high-quality vegan-based menu.”

    Adam, Soul & Surf Retreats, Portugal 2018