ONLY 7 of 8 SPOTS Available!

This retreat is designed for Chingona women* who also identify as Indigenous, Latina, Latinx, Chicana, Chicanx, and those whose ancestors are or were connected to the maize (corn). This space is dedicated to those who are resisting colonial assimilation or seek to reclaim their cultural roots, offering a sanctuary for re-connecting to re-member what our ancestors had hoped for us. 

* woman transwoman, womyn, womxn, queer or non-binary person with a vulva 

Embark on a sacred journey of mystery and magic with Curandera, Mama Shabeta, and Chef Jessenia Mictlan in the serene landscapes of Playas de Rosarito. This retreat, an intimate embrace of the land that invites you to play, rest, and co-create relationships with plants, seeing them not just as flora, but as relatives, guides, and healers, echoing the profound wisdom of the land.

Within this sanctuary, Mama Shabeta invites womyn, womxn, and women into their Chingonisma. In ceremony, we will observe and harvest plant medicine, then watch their essence gently infuse into water, a practice that mirrors the clarity and simplicity we seek in our lives. This act becomes a metaphor for our journey back to the basics, to our center, where we learn to simplify our lives and selves, to peer inward and open up to the profound depths of both the plants and our own being.

Our retreat embraces anti-colonial practices, focusing on building relationships with plants as allies and medicine. Engage in plant walks to discover the native flora of Rosarito, delving into the roles these plants play in our lives beyond their physical attributes. The retreat places special emphasis on working with sacred plants like Tobacco, Corn Pollen, Coca, and Calamus, each carrying unique wisdom and healing properties.

Immerse yourself in the nurturing practices of meditative relaxation and tea baths, designed to attune you to the subtle essence of plant magic. This journey of slowing down, unwinding with music, dance, art, and storytelling to create a 'Playshop' atmosphere. Bring your bathing suits for flower steams and partake in the creation of oils for self-massage, enhancing your connection to your body's wisdom and set intentions for dreamwork to continue your connection with plant wisdom, even in slumber.

We are delighted to welcome Chef Jessenia Mictlan, a visionary, non-binary, Indigenous queer, and intersectional feminist, to our retreat. Chef Jessenia, who draws immense strength from a lineage of resilient CHINGONAS, has overcome numerous barriers to become a luminary and source of support as a culinary educator in Seattle, WA. Their culinary prowess and commitment greatly enhance our retreat, offering enriching culinary experiences that harmonize with our collective journey of reconnection with the Earth and our inner selves.

Chef Jessenia will also be offering a cooking demo where they will share the traditional process of nixtamalization of corn, teaching us how to transform it into delicious tortillas. This demonstration not only promises to be a delightful culinary experience but also beautifully complements the ceremony and themes embraced by Mama Shabeta. Through this immersive activity, participants will have the opportunity to engage hands-on in a practice that is deeply rooted in Indigenous traditions, enriching our understanding and appreciation of the ancestral knowledge and culinary heritage. Jessenia's story, marked by triumph and resilience, perfectly reflects the transformative journey we undertake in this retreat, making the act of creating tortillas from scratch a metaphor for our own process of renewal and growth.

This retreat is more than an exploration; it's a celebration of feminine power, an acknowledgment of our collective role in rebuilding, recreating, and remembering the essence of the feminine on our EarthWalk. Join Mama Shabeta and Chef Jessenia in this sacred space where mystery, magic, and the nurturing power of nature guide us back to the nature of our true selves and the profound connections that sustain and enrich our lives.

There are only 8 total spots for this retreat so we can keep it intimate and cozy!

First, you deserve it! You need this retreat to allow you to recenter, ground and step into a sacred circle with community to dance, laugh, and find joy. Connections and community will be created through movement, plant medicine, and storytelling. Here, we will re-member what the ancestors had hoped for us. 

A Chingona is a bad ass! This retreat is designed for women* who also identify as Indigenous, Latina, Latinx, Chicana, Chicanx, and those whose ancestors are or were connected to the maize (corn). 

* woman transwoman, womyn, womxn, queer or non-binary person with a vulva 

ACCOMMODATIONS

Luxuriate in 3 days and 3 nights in a modern Mexican hacienda-style mansion filled with a chef’s kitchen, art, multiple patios and quiet spaces with expansive views of the hills and ocean. Located midway between the happening Tijuana gastronomic scene and the emerging BAJA Mediterranian style of Ensenada. Rosarito is a quaint beach town with it's own cuisine. Some of the best beaches in all of northern Baja are located minutes away from the house. Room occupancy is 2 to 3 in a uniquely themed room. {More about Casa Salcido}.

COMIDA CHINGONA

You will enjoy exquisitely prepared meals inspired by Chef Jessenia to wake up your senses–because food is the pathway to our ancestors. Your stay with us includes meals and snacks made from locally sources fresh fruits and vegetables, spices, breads, and cheeses. Quench your spiritual thirst on Café de olla, Mexican coffee, and herbal teas to soothe your soul. We are vegan-friendly!  {More about Comida Chingona}

PRICING

The comprehensive cost of hosting your retreat at Casa Salcido covers a range of services, including pre and post-retreat cleaning, all meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. Additionally, you'll benefit from the dedicated support of our host coordinator, local culinary team, and service staff, all of whom are compensated at thriving wages that mirror US standards. This commitment ensures that our team is rewarded fairly, without adjusting rates to the local minimum wage for profit, reflecting our dedication to equity and sustainability in all we do.

EARLY BIRD PRICING: Book before March 1, 2024 - $1499

REGULAR PRICING: March 2 - $1699

For the protection and safety of all who come to Casa Salcido, we ask you to complete a participant application and meet with Serina prior to completing your registration. This ensures we can put a face to a name and that all details of the retreat are understood before money is exchanged. 

There are no refunds, please consider travel and event insurance. 

Only 7 of 8 spots - Apply here