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This retreat has been designed and
directed
by experiential event agency
Gold & Fife
the lilac Retreat 2026
PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ONTARIO | MAY 20-24
EXPECT
to walk away renewed and attuned to the frequencies of this extraordinary existence.
The enchanting language of lilacs, signifying youth, joy, and spring awakening, sets the stage for this magical retreat that promises a blend of physical rejuvenation, spiritual alignment, shared ancient wisdom, and rich culinary pleasures.
In late May, Prince Edward County becomes a living fairytale. Lilacs, the beloved symbols of the shift from spring to summer, burst into bloom; their colour palette and perfume fill the air, drawing butterflies, hummingbirds, and a collective exhale.
The Lilac Retreat is guided by master practitioners travelling from Mexico exclusively for this gathering. Participants will explore deep Kundalini ritual, experience immersive, place-based dining in enchanted settings, sit in sacred Temazcal sweat lodge ceremony, and learn the principles of Chinese Medicine through seasonal eating and embodied practice.
If you are looking for a transformational yet accessible healing retreat, one that is welcoming, grounded, and thoughtfully designed – this experience is for you.
No prior experience is required, just curiosity, openness, and a desire to feel more connected to yourself and others.
ITINERARY
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
DAY ONE
TRUEHOUSE | WAUPOOS
ARRIVAL + CACAO WELCOME + OPENING CEREMONY
DINNER BY CHEF LEAH MARSHALL HANNON OF STELLA’S EATERY
BONFIRE UNDER THE STARS
ITINERARY
Thursday, May 21, 2026
DAY TWO
TRUEHOUSE + STELLA’S EATERY | WAUPOOS
GRAND KUNDALINI RISING WITH SOPHIE ARKANA
KUNDALINI PHILOSOPHY + RITUAL TEACHINGS
LATIN AMERICAN-INSPIRED BRUNCH BY STELLA’S EATERY
KUNDALINI PHILOSOPHY + RITUAL TEACHINGS
SAUNA, SWIM + FROLIC IN THE LILACS*
BO SAM DINNER BY CHEF LEAH MARSHALL HANNON
AT STELLA’S EATERY
(*Optional)
ITINERARY
Friday, May 22, 2026
DAY THREE
TRUEHOUSE + HARMONY PEC | WAUPOOS
GRAND KUNDALINI RISING WITH SOPHIE ARKANA
LATIN AMERICAN-INSPIRED BRUNCH BY STELLA’S EATERY
PART I: TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE WORKSHOP THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN
FOOD AND EMOTIONAL BALANCE WITH ACUPUNCTURIST ZACHARY OWEN
PART II: TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE WORKSHOP SEASONAL EATING, EMOTIONAL
STATES & RITUAL NOURISHMENT WITH ZACHARY OWEN
SILENT DINNER EXPERIENCE AT HARMONY PEC
A HIGHLY SENSORY MENU PREPARED BY MASTER CHEF DIDIER LEROY
ITINERARY
Saturday, May 23, 2026
DAY FOUR
TRUEHOUSE + WAUPOOS ISLAND CAMP | WAUPOOS
GRAND KUNDALINI RISING WITH SOPHIE ARKANA
PRE-TEMAZCAL SWEAT LODGE LIGHT BITES
SACRED TEMAZCAL CEREMONY GUIDED BY LUCRECIA RIVERA
POST-TEMAZCAL SOUP
TRINIDADIAN ROTI DINNER AT WAUPOOS ISLAND CAMP BY SALLY’S ROTI SHOP
ITINERARY
Sunday, May 24, 2026
DAY FIVE
TRUEHOUSE | WAUPOOS
FINAL KUNDALINI RITUAL WITH SOPHIE ARKANA
ART + CREATIVITY TALK BY ARTIST GAIL HILL
INDIGENOUS-INSPIRED LUNCH BY STELLA’S EATERY IN COLLABORATION WITH
MOHAWK CHEF LEE ARDEN LEWIS
CLOSING CEREMONY
WAUPOOS VENUES
STELLA’S EATERY
TRUEHOUSE
HARMONY PEC
WAUPOOS ISLAND CAMP
CULINARY TALENT
CHEF LEAH MARSHALL HANNON
OF STELLA’S EATERY
MASTER CHEF DIDIER LEROY
CHEF SALLY RAMASARAN
OF SALLY’S ROTI SHOP
CHEF LEE LEWIS
OF TARALEE FARMS
Kundalini
Kundalini Guide Sophie Arkana
London-born and Mexico-based, Sophie Arkana is a spiritual guide whose work centres on detoxifying the body and expanding consciousness through an inclusive, non-dogmatic application of ancient technologies in a modern context.
Informed by global immersion in shamanic traditions, Buddhist monasteries, silent retreats, philosophy, and sacred sites, alongside a decade in Europe’s underground dance music culture, her work is deeply shaped by sound, ritual, and embodied practice.
Drawing from her own path of trauma recovery, Sophie works internationally with retreats, festivals, communities, and global brands, bridging ancient wisdom with accessible spiritual practice.
Healer
ABOUT HEALER LUCRECIA RIVERA
@chimalmusic_
Lucrecia Rivera is a ceremonial guide and sweat lodge facilitator rooted in Mexica, Lakota, and intertribal traditions. Born in Mexico City, her spiritual path began early and led her through years of apprenticeship in desert traditions and ceremonial practice, including long-standing relationships with the Wixarika (Huichol) people.
Now based between Europe and the Americas, she has facilitated women’s and mixed sweat lodges for over 15 years and has led Moon Dance circles since 2007, currently guiding circles in France and Spain.
She is an Aztec dancer, Sacred Fire Keeper, Sun Dancer, and ceremonial singer, sharing medicine and original songs.
Creative
ABOUT CREATIVE DIRECTOR JENNIFER DE ROSSI
@moonstonecollectivearts
Jennifer De Rossi brings a multidimensional background to The Lilac Retreat, spanning fashion, luxury event production, design, and wellness experience curation through Moonstone Collective. Her work includes major fashion and corporate events such as Fashion Cares 25 and Toronto Fashion Week, large-scale installations for DSquared2, fashion collections shown at Fashion Art Toronto, and design work featured in editorial and high-profile creative projects, including a music video for Grimes. She adds her essence across visual identity, social media, styling, menus, and décor, with a refined, detail-driven approach.
She is also an artist and steward of her home sanctuary and studio Harmony Healing Arts – a place for intimate, intentional gatherings, rituals and ceremonies.
Curator
ABOUT LILAC RETREAT CURATOR NATALIE GOLDENBERG-FIFE
@goldandfife_
Natalie Goldenberg-Fife is an Experience Designer and Founder of Gold & Fife, an event company specializing in highly customized culinary, chef, beverage, and transformative wellness offerings. She has curated over 1111+ acclaimed culinary events internationally and nationwide.
Natalie is also an active food journalist who regularly writes for Zoomer Media Publications. Natalie is also a triple-certified yoga guide trained in Moksha/Modo hot flow, vinyasa sequencing, and the Vikasa Academy in Thailand.
investment
$2500 + hst
Includes:
Accommodation at Truehouse, meals, all classes and experiences.
investment
$1800 + hst
Includes:
All classes, meals, experiences.
À la Carte and payment plan options
available by request.
Please email me natalie(at)goldandfife.com for further information and a sample class.