Good, Clean Eating
From the sublimely decadent to the deliciously wholesome, Sonoma County offers it all. For this wellness focused retreat, three Santa Rosa establishments come to mind. Start your morning at Juice on the Square, the only cold-pressed juicer in the area. Fresh nut milks, smoothies, protein shakes, acai bowls and oatmeal options will launch the day right. Plant-based restaurants in the region include Cozy Plum Bistro, which invites you to “come plant yourself” at the cozy café for goodies like a house-made sweet peppers focaccia topped with avocado, pickled golden beets and buckwheat greens. Another great choice for those that want to branch beyond plant-only is Zoftig Eatery, once featured on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive Ins & Dives.” The raw ahi tuna bowl with brown rice, romaine, seaweed, edamame, sweet potato, cucumber and tamari ginger dressing is a gluten free dream.
Where to Stay
The mid-century Flamingo Resort will be your perfect Santa Rosa nest for this trip. The pool is central to the resort experience and at the spa, daily meditation and yoga are offered. Try detoxifying therapies like the Organic Detox + Brighten Facial, which combats pollution and includes oxygenating exfoliation and a powerful boost of Vitamin C. Sister property, The Sandman, also in Santa Rosa, offers Zen in its newly constructed Wellness Dome, where you’ll find rejuvenating meditation and invigorating yoga sessions.
