“It was a gift from a friend, a dress from LA, that gave me the idea for “Ikatela”. People complimented the dress, and its Mallorcan Ikat-like pattern, time and again. And with that, I figured there must be an interest in dresses with a Mallorcan flair.”
Coco’s Deli in Portals Nous has been a firm Nourish favourite for many years. After changing ownership in January this year, Coco’s has maintained its tasty and nutritious menu with a few tweaks and additions, as well as having undergone a wee facelift. The new owner, Lauren Mackin, is no stranger to the health and wellbeing scene here in Mallorca – she is also a fitness instructor with her own YouTube channel justamylauren.
Tell us a little bit about your business
We are a sister-run, pop-up and online shop selling health and wellness products. We also offer holistic massage and wellness treatments from Es Verger, near Esporles, in Mallorca. We give talks on Shungite, Bioresonance, Essential Oils and related wellness topics.
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Bolsita Verde is a meal kit delivery service delivering plant-based recipes including portioned ingredients to your doorstep on Mallorca. Every week you can choose from a weekly selection of 9 recipes, select the meal plan that suits you best and start cooking.
What you can expect:
- Healthy and inspiring recipes
- Stress-free cooking
- No commitment
- A reusable and plastic-free packaging system
- Local and organic ingredients
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I am an online health & fitness coach based in Mallorca. I coach women all over the world, helping them become the healthiest, fittest & happiest version of themselves, both physically & mentally. I offer fitness & nutrition coaching that is enjoyable & sustainable for all lifestyles, connecting with clients via my fitness app that is downloadable from app stores. I also specialise in pre/postnatal fitness & nutrition for expecting mums & new mums.
- Certified health & fitness coach
- Nutrition coach
- Life coach
- Pre/postnatal coach
I like to combine these skills to bring a completely unique service to my clients.
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I am working as a Women’s Health Coach with a focus on hormone health – especially around our sex hormones. It’s my passion to spread understanding about our cyclical female nature. There is magic within our wombs and I am here to support women to find their way back to hormonal balance through nutrition, Yoga & lifestyle changes, and to nurture the female energy.
Another passion project of mine is the sweet Om yoga garden in S’Arraco, where other teachers and I offer Yoga and fitness classes. We offer beautiful new moon rituals with Cacao Ceremonies, Yin Yoga and Gong Baths as well as full moon ceremonies and other special events – all aiming to support a healthy and happy life.
I am a certified Integrative Nutrition Coach with Hormone Health Specialisation, a Vinyasa Power Yoga & Yin Yoga teacher, as well as a somatic stress release practitioner.
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Yoga del Mar is a new yoga studio right by the sea in Portixol. Together we have fulfilled our dream and opened this home for body, mind & soul.
At Yoga del Mar you can practice yoga and meditation with a sea view, a fresh island breeze and the sounds of the waves. You can receive a nurturing massage, or the Yoga del Mar experience combining a personal yoga session with a massage treatment.
The vision of Yoga del Mar is to be more than a yoga studio, it is to be a lifestyle that stands for creativity, like-minded people and love for this island and the ocean.
We also offer monthly day retreats, music circles and private yoga sessions at the studio, at the beach, your home, finca or hotel!
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I am the founder of Skaparkraft Palma (Skapar=creativity kraft=power/kraft). In a charming studio on Placa Progres 7, I have painting classes for a maximum of 12 people. With joy and laughter, I inspire you to find your creativity and own expression with acrylic paints on a big canvas. We use freedom, curiosity and power as keywords to let go of demands and control. The tools are scrapers, rollers, fingers, bubblewrap etc. You will find a completely new side of yourself. Everything is interspersed with joy, music, cava and wonderful conversation.
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As a Holistic Embodiment Coach and Breathworker, my intention with FlowwFrequency is to support individuals on their journey of coming to truth by helping them establish a deeper mind-body connection.
In a coaching program, clients are guided to release stagnation through embodiment practices, to overcome resistance through mindset training and find balance in day to day living so they can achieve their self-determined goals. I work by taking a very integrative and intuitive approach, looking at all aspects of the person’s current life as well as past traumas so they can develop a better understanding of themselves and create lasting change.
I also provide mentorship for individuals who wish to promote their personal brand in the online space. For this, you are invited to join me in an online platform that holds weekly mastermind calls and trainings.
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Rob and I always had a strong vision of the gym we wanted, with a more progressive and holistic approach than what most Functional Fitness places usually offer. Being Aussie, serving great coffee was non-negotiable. That’s how our project came together: a conceptual place, where people can not only exercise in a smart and supportive way but also share casual moments around coffee in our cosy Pink Rhino Cafe.
Training can be intimidating. We work hard to demystify it and welcome everyone by offering a training method applicable to every fitness level. Our sessions are designed in a progressive and non-competitive way, our goal is to build a strong community of supportive and like-minded people. And because fitness is more fun with some healthy treats, not only have we gathered snacks and drinks from our favourite brands, but we have recently opened our very own Smoothie Bar.
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I’m the founder and creative director of A’DISTRACTION. A´DISTRACTION. offers a curated lifestyle collection of timeless luxury everyday essentials & exclusive yoga couture – made by hand, with love in Mallorca.
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I work with people who want to reconnect to their bodies and move towards the unknown, letting go of old structures, beliefs and patterns, whether they are physical or emotional. In a sort of somatic coaching, I use conversation and bodywork (touch, instructions, breathwork…) in the learning process with my clients, who make each time a step towards an increased level of self-awareness, deep trust and relaxation, self-respect and freedom from what does not serve them anymore.
Deya is a Pilates instructor who loves to teach the traditional principles of Pilates with a pinch of fun, a little bit of bad counting, and lots of good vibes! Her signature class is ‘Pilates and Wine’ and if you have not been to any of her classes you should definitely start with this one!
Maria is an experienced yoga teacher and continuing education provider (E-RYT 500/ YACEP). She offers group yoga (and meditation) classes in Mallorca’s beautiful nature, private yoga classes all over the Island, yoga retreats and continuing yoga teacher training. She loves teaching with a focus on the chakras and the elements and her aim is to connect you with yourself again and help you to experience more consciousness and inner peace.
Michelle is a mindset and empowerment life coach. She assists people to evaluate where they are not feeling an abundance in their life, may that be in relationships, in their work and career, or their health, and from this place, helps them move towards a more desirable outcome.
The Studio Lifestyle is a boutique barre and fitness studio. They have a variety of classes that are designed to strengthen, lengthen and tone your bodies, however, founder Zora Sandenbergh also created the space with the intention of inspiring people to find the joy of movement again – to fall in love with their bodies, allowing the physical results to be a byproduct.
The Studio Lifestyle offers live in-studio classes, as well as live online classes via their website.
Clinica Dental Peralta Silverstone is a holistic, biological dental practice where they do their best to make you feel at home. They look after your teeth, smile and overall health with minimum invasive treatments, BPA free chemicals, and metal-free options.
Holistic Pollensa provides bespoke massage, yoga and chiropractic treatments, mobile or at their home in North Mallorca. Founder Kate has been practising yoga for 18 years and teaching for 8 years, and is a qualified yoga therapist. She trained as a massage therapist in 2005 and since then has studied and worked in Thailand, India, Spain, Switzerland and UK. She combines her knowledge of Ayurvedic, Thai, Swedish and acupressure massage to create beautiful and deeply relaxing treatments.
Sunvibes makes intention infused bohemian clothing and Memory Dresses, to help you rewild your heart. Eli Bozzolini is the founder of the slow fashion label based in Palma. All of her designs are handmade then printed onto fabric in Italy. The whole process, from designing to pattern making, sampling and production, is local, sustainable and ethical, and the beautiful designs are feminine, flattering, and adjustable to fit many body shapes and sizes.
Dr Marco Seita is an orthopaedic specialist, holistic doctor, and medical health coach under a biological-optional treatment concept. As a former athlete (national basketball team) and involved in triathlon, cycling, golf, etc. he chose to specialise in problems of health relating to the musculoskeletal system. Additionally, he offers counselling and treatment in the fields of holistic (Anti) Aging Medicine covering the themes of weight control, food supplementation, work-life balance, motion & training plans, and more.
Maya Flynn is a Functional Nutritional Therapist, specialising in holistic diets, lifestyle and natural remedies to address specific health concerns. Her special area of interest is ‘the gut’ and its effects on overall physiology. Maya’s motto is “Treat the person, not the condition”.
Anne-Christin’s vision is for women to live a turned-on life. To connect back with their body and their innate feminine wisdom. To see the power and strength in it and from this place create the life they desire. She wishes for every woman to love herself, feel abundant, expansive, radiant and magical. To live a life with ease and in flow with fulfilling relationships. For this, she calls upon various modalities to make women move, feel, sense and breathe and reflect.
Her most well-known service right now is the weekly Embodied Feminine Flow classes, however, she additionally offers various 1:1 mentoring programs, the newest being “The Red Moon – Your Friend”. This program guides women towards a pain-free menstrual cycle. Anne-Christin also practices energy healing through Intuitive Reiki sessions.
Evelyn Sztojanov is a Transformational Life Coach and Personal Fitness Trainer. She helps people transform their health, working with both their body and mind to create a heart-centred, connected life.
Lilla and Peter are a yoga teacher couple and the founders of Our Yoga Mind. Their unique concept is to create mindful yoga experiences to connect with different elements of nature (earth, water and air). They offer Hatha Yoga classes on the beach or at Origin Palmanova, SUP Yoga classes during the summer, Partner and Acro Yoga classes, Full Moon Yoga with live music at night, and occasionally special workshops and retreats. They love to go beyond the asana practice and think about yoga as a form of spiritual and mental guidance. Because of this they always teach in a holistic way and are passionate about increasing the well-being of every individual who attends their classes.
Lauren Rigg is a UK-qualified physiotherapist and owner of Mallorca Physiotherapy, registered here in Spain. She provides a wide range of treatment techniques to resolve many physiological problems and conditions. You can find her clinic at the British Medical Centre in Palmanova and additionally, she offers home and boat visits.
Transformational healing happens when we discover the blocks and obstacles and step through any fears we might have to realising our fullest potential. Susan Gash and her partner Sven Carslon are Transformational Healers who empower, encourage, support, and teach others tools to assist them with their journey.
Debbie is an LA trained yoga teacher & health coach, who moved here from LA with her family during the pandemic. She has helped & inspired many clients to get back into great physical and mental shape by keeping them accountable both on and off the mat.
Debbie is passionate about helping people; be it people who may feel stuck, or maybe need to eat better to improve gut health, or some are looking to weave a spiritual practice into their life. Her mission is to support people to make better choices for themselves, by making small changes that have big effects.
John Singleton runs a boutique fitness centre called The Box Mallorca. The focus of the centre is on building a positive and caring community around health and fitness, and John is passionate about helping people achieve a healthy and pain free lifestyle. He has also been coaching CrossFit Athletes since 2006 and has assisted numerous athletes in reaching their goal of competing at The CrossFit Games.
Chloe Morgan own’s Coco’s Deli in Portals – a healthy, fun cafe that has been created for everyone to be able to grab good food, and enjoy a relaxing environment. Chloe also has a wellbeing business, Coco Holistics, which is a platform for her to share her holistic practices with others, especially what has helped her through anxiety, self doubt and transformed her life for the better.
Can we say it? The C-word?! Christmas, yes Christmas is slowly creeping closer as we move towards the end of this crazy year. Although this is traditionally a happy time, there can also be feelings of anxiety for many going into this season. It has become a time of year associated with excess. From food to toys and presents, we are bombarded with images of huge trees, laden tables and laughing families. This creates an expectation which can become difficult to live up to.
A 2018 google survey revealed that 65% of people found Christmas at home stressful, with money worries being the top cause.
With many people in uncertain financial situations and travel restricted to and from the island, this Christmas could potentially be quite a daunting prospect for many. Overspending at this time of year not only affects your finances it also leads to overconsumption, waste and a HUGE amount of stress both on people and the planet.
2020 has been very different for everyone, and instead of trying to fight it, now can be a great time to reassess what is important over the Christmas period and make some changes for the better.
GET ORGANISED
Take the time over the next few weeks to really plan and think about the people you would like to give gifts to. By getting organised it gives you the opportunity to shop more locally, source things in different ways and not panic buy. It is also a great time to really talk to your children about their expectations around Christmas – instead of encouraging them to write a long list to Santa ask them to think long and hard about what it is they really would really like and value.
As a general rule we all need to buy less. Overconsumption is killing our planet and reassessing what we ‘need’ is a key element of living more sustainably in general. Managing expectations and communicating with family and friends about what you want can really help reduce stress and unnecessary spending.
With children a popular trend over recent years has been the ‘4-Gift Rule’ Where you buy them 4 main presents :
Something they WANT, Something they NEED, Something to WEAR and Something to READ – this can be a great guideline to use to try not to over buy.
We have teamed up with Nourish the Guide to give you some ideas on different ways to approach Christmas this year and showcase local businesses offering everything from handmade products to unique experiences and make it easier to shop more locally and sustainably this year.
BUY SECOND HAND
Often children (and adults) want a specific branded item – Lego, Hot Wheels, Airpods etc. and chances are you have been hearing about them for a while. Instead of heading straight to Amazon to buy these items new, start looking around locally. Ask friends if their kids have grown out of things or want to sell on. My first stop now for adults and children is Facebook Marketplace where you can search specifically for the items you are looking for. (Last year I bought my son a Hot Wheels garage with cars for less than 1/3 of what is would have cost new – and it was already assembled!). Often posted are items people receive as ‘doubles’ so they are still in the original boxes. There are also more specific Facebook sites for smaller children like Chocolate Crocodile. Check out these shops online and in Palma for Preloved Presents:
• HALO PRELOVED High quality Childrens clothes
• CASINUEVO BEBE – Children and Baby’s , Clothing , Furniture and Accessories
• SERIE B – Vintage and Retro items
GIVE EXPERIENCES
Rather than buying your loved ones a traditional present think about gifting an experience. I love this idea for many reasons; in our hectic lifestyles we are all rushing around, and this is almost like giving the gift of ‘time’. They get to experience something new, step outside of their comfort zone and create memories. For children if there is something that they want to do but it is out of reach at the moment (dancing, riding, yoga), you can ask friends/family to contribute to lessons for a term. There are so many amazing, innovative and exciting options here on the island, you are not only gifting someone a really thoughtful present you are all directly contributing to our island’s small businesses and economy – so for me there are only positives to this option!
• Bonnie Lass Charter Boat from Port Soller
• Perfume Making Workshop with Trudi from Gaia Naturals
For more inspiration check out some of Nourish the Guide’s list of businesses offering something different this year here (some with discounts!) – From Retreats and Therapies to Experiences and Workshops they have you covered.
SHOP LOCAL
Step away from your computer (unless it is to search out hidden gems on google maps!). Shopping online on Amazon is easy and sometimes necessary where time or accessibility is an issue. But where possible I cannot encourage you enough to shop locally. Once you start looking you can find shops on our little island stocking nearly everything. From random finds down back alleys (in Pollenca there is a Tabac filled to the brim with beautiful toys, stationary and quirky metal and wooden stocking fillers) to more specialised toy, gadget and book shops there is very little you cannot find with enough time and persistence. Talk to neighbours and friends and find some new places to support this year, you often find that in smaller shops they are more able to offer you personalised service and extras.
• COME IN BOOK or UNIVERSAL BOOKSHOP PORTALS – Both have amazing selection of English Books and can order specific titles
• ANTIC MALLORCA
If its tasty Local treats or gorgeous hand made products you are looking for have a look at this list of Nourishing items!
PURCHASE WITH A PURPOSE
The world is full of innovative and talented people and companies and ‘purchasing with a purpose’ is a great way to support people both locally and globally. Instead of just buying an item, first see if you can find a brand that is supporting worthwhile projects with a donation of their profits, or a charity where the money goes directly to the makers. Some good certifications to look out for are Fairtrade (where each part of the production is paid fairly) and B-Corp businesses (where businesses are legally held accountable and balance profit and purpose).
Some examples on the island you can directly help amazing, fun organisations like
• Cleanwave – Buy their bottles to support their work
• Save the Med Gift – Buy a Shampoo Bar from Gaia and profits go to their projects
• Khamir Craft Recycled Bags from Viveco made from Recycled plastic purchased directly from the weavers.
KEEP IT SIMPLE
When looking at everything else Christmas related from decorating to wrapping, keeping it natural and simple is the key. Most people have a store of decorations that are reused each year, and this is fantastic, but if you want to add to your collection try and keep it as natural as possible. Buy items made from wood or glass, head outside to look for inspiration in nature – If you are not crafty there are lots of natural options available locally
• Buy a handmade natural Wreath from Lara Van Rhede Flowers
• Or check out the luxurious range at MR JIMMY HOME in Santa Maria with tree decorations made from empty oyster shells with added gold!
Remember that any wrapping paper that has a slight shine on it is NON-RECYCLABLE. Instead look for rolls of Kraft or recycled natural paper and personalise it by getting the kids to draw on it, find a favourite Christmas stamper, or simply finish with twine and sprigs of branches – all create a stylish and sustainable option. Want to take it one step further? Check out the traditional Japanese art of Furoshiki– wrapping presents in fabric, an amazing way to add a little extra touch to a special present and use up any odds and ends of fabric from around the house.
If you are really stuck for a present idea or want to gift someone who “doesn’t want anything” try creating something homemade. These gifts are always appreciated and a great activity for the family to do together. Check out some ideas in the mymuybueno Cookbook, perfect a Christmas biscuit recipe or dive in and make a cake or body scrub.
Small acts of kindness will be remembered long after they have been eaten or used.
Remember that having a more sustainable Christmas is not about removing the ‘things that make Christmas fun’, it is about replacing overspending, overconsumption, waste and stress with happiness, relaxation and care. For me it is about replacing the unnecessary things that bring us temporary pleasure with memories that actually bring us joy and last. Let’s make the whole experience less stressful and reduce the negative impact of this celebrated day on our planet.
If this year has taught us anything, it is that the things that really matter – do not cost the earth.
On a crisp and sunny Friday morning in early December my good friend Mara and I set off to Manacor to visit Naturacavall, the home of 15 horses and the base camp for Naturacavall horse riding experiences. I had heard great things as apparently this was not your average horsey excursion company, and Mara and I fancied a bit of outdoor adventure away from our usual Palma city surroundings.
Gifts for wellbeing can take many forms, and lucky for us here in Mallorca we have a plethora of local businesses offering fantastic gift ideas for the wellbeing obsessed people in your life. At Nourish we love to support local, especially at this time of year when it’s so easy to get caught up in all of the unnecessary consumerism. Here are 15 gift ideas for the body, mind, and spirit that will have your loved ones feeling healthy and restored going into 2020.
When Natalia Waeger was trying to think of the perfect gift for her sister when she heard the news of her first pregnancy, she never thought her idea would be the catalyst to a full-blown business. What she wanted to create for her sister was a unique, bespoke piece of jewellery to mark this significant milestone – something that could be treasured and enjoyed forever. And so, the ‘Wish Capsule’ was born, a necklace bearing a sterling silver capsule, which holds your mantra, quote or special message hidden inside. Five years on the Wish Capsule is Natalia Jana Design’s signature piece, and the most popular in her jewellery collection.
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1. Can you describe how Cosmocure first came about and where the idea came from?
Nikola Tesla used science to prove that humans are energy. Scientist and inventor Dr. Georges Lakhovsky, created a simple antenna to capture the natural ambient energy.
Fascinated by the work of Tesla and Lakhovsky, Dr. Dino Tomić gathered his team of doctors and engineers to study the equipment used by the scientists, namely from the Nikola Tesla Museum in Belgrade. The team then redesigned the original antenna in to disc form.
“It feels as though the beach should be right outside,” The Boss said wistfully, gazing around the interior of The Duke restaurant. At least twenty-five years have passed since my husband donned his wetsuit to ride the Cornish waves with his sons but, like any serious surfing fan, he knows the significance of this eatery’s name. When keen surfers and world travellers Ronnie and Juanjo opened the place in Santa Catalina in 2009, they named it after the legendary Hawaiian surfer Duke Kahanamoku.
Maya Flynn is a qualified functional nutritional therapist, with an integrative approach to diagnosing and treating health issues. Before we even met for my initial consultation, Maya had detected some issues with my diet – from my answers to her nine-page questionnaire, sent in advance.
A pair of trainers sits ready for action by the side of Violetta Painter’s bed in her Calvià home. For this former yachtie and founder of Nourish The Guide – an online portal to Majorca’s health, fitness, and nutrition resources – hiking is not just exercise, but also a therapy and way of supporting causes about which she’s passionate.
Maya Flynn is a qualified functional nutritionist and natural health consultant, with an integrative approach to diagnosing and treating health issues. Before we even met for my initial consultation, Maya had detected some issues with my diet – from my answers to her nine-page questionnaire, sent in advance
What is reflexology?
For thousands of years many cultures have considered the feet to be an important link to various organs and glands of the body, performing reflexology to treat many different afflictions and diseases. More than just a foot massage, reflexology involves applying pressure to certain points on the feet (or hands and ears) to activate the body’s own healing processes in different body zones.
So in what ways can reflexology benefit you? Here are a few reasons to book in a session (besides the allure of simply getting a good foot rub!)
Living on our beautiful island in the Mediterranean you’d think we have very little to stress about, but even here in Mallorca the daily grind can get the best of us!
What better way to find balance again then by taking part in a gorgeous retreat? The island has many on offer, and we’re excited to share some of Nourish’s favourites with you.
We all now know that green equals good when it comes to what you put in your body, which is why the trend of drinking your greens in juice form has become so popular. Rich in antioxidants, your green juice habit will have your energy levels up and your skin glowing in no time. Lucky for us on Mallorca we have some amazing juice bars and eateries that serve up these healthy concoctions, and also manage to make them taste delicious!
This month I had the pleasure of meeting up with Alexandra Nicolau, the co-director of Ecologic Cosmetics, a brand of natural, effective, and environmentally conscious skin care made in Mallorca.
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The island has an abundance of picturesque beaches, and with summer temperatures ramping up we’re letting you in on a few of our favourite spots to cool down.
Over the years, I visited a few memorable dentists in the UK. One used to regale me with boring golfing tales – which at least distracted me from his dental exploits.
After instantly falling in love with our pair of Mila.J leggings, we were intrigued to meet and find out more about creator Samantha Broughton’s ultra-cool, comfortable and inspiring new clothing brand.
You don’t have to be a gym bunny – glowing from a post-workout shower and toting a kit bag – to eat or drink at Es Club, the restaurant of the impressive Palma Sport & Tennis Club.
It’s true that the smartest solution to a challenge is often the simplest. If your challenge is finding something fresh, healthy, and sustaining when you’re out – without visiting a restaurant – Simple Smart Food lives up to its name.
Mallorca has claimed the hearts of many people who had chosen a nautical career. Former superyacht captain Eran Gindi and his wife Ruth – who was a superyacht chef – are two of those; they came ashore to anchor themselves on this beautiful Mediterranean island and pursue their dream.