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Eating a bowl of Hoppin’ John on New Year’s Day is a folksy tradition to help assure a prosperous year filled with luck. Skyterra Wellness Retreat offers this healthy version, rich with nutrients.
December 27, 2023 | Kitchens Spa Index
Skyterra Wellness is a beautiful mountain retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Spend a week with us and focus on your own health and well-being.
December 18, 2023 | Spa Index
Ready to commit to an extended stay 4 week wellness and health retreat? Check out the all-inclusive plan with amenities at this North Carolina retreat.
January 1, 2023 | Spa Index
This hot and comforting beverage is free of dairy, eggs, and gluten, while still providing robust flavor
December 1, 2022 | Spa Index
A hearty, savory slow-cooked dish, perfect for cool weather and a great addition to the Thanksgiving or Christmas table
October 26, 2021 | Spa Index
Soft, cake-like ginger bars are the perfect occasional treat. Try for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
September 1, 2021 | Spa Index
This eggnog is free of dairy, eggs, and gluten, while still providing a source of holiday comfort and flavor.
December 24, 2020 | Spa Index
This healthy entree can be ready in 20-30 minutes. Add a roasted sweet potato for a complete meal.
November 17, 2020 | Kitchens Spa Index
This recipe for Turkey Meatloaf and light Tomato Shallot Gravy is great on its own, and a house favorite at Skyterra Wellness Retreat.
November 6, 2020 | Spa Index
This crust-free quiche is nutritious, low-carb and high protein, and so easy to customize.
July 21, 2020 | Kitchens Spa Index
The perfect sipper for a hot afternoon or a replacement for a glass of wine while making dinner, taking a nice soak in a Jacuzzi, or poolside. Enjoy!
July 1, 2020 | Spa Index
Similar to gazpacho, this Chilled Strawberry Soup with Fennel, Ginger and Tarragon shows off its pretty pink color and a unique, sweet and tart flavor.
June 16, 2020 | Kitchens Spa Index
These tasty fritters can easily be enhanced with protein, chick peas, lentils, cashews and more! Delicious over a salad with avocado and white beans.
June 1, 2020 | Spa Index
Skyterra’s nut-crusted chicken breast is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, and high protein!
May 16, 2020 | Kitchens Spa Index
Hummus is rich in healthy fats, fiber, potassium, small amounts of iron and heart healthy benefits from the garlic.
May 12, 2020 | Spa Index
A creamy and comforting dairy-free seafood soup with lump crab, coconut milk and sherry, courtesy of Skyterra.
March 21, 2020 | Kitchens Spa Index
This is a Skyterra guest favorite Green Smoothie, rich, nutrient-packed, and a surefire way to up your daily dose of leafy greens while keeping you full and satisfied.
March 2, 2020 | Kitchens Spa Index
This Blueberry Banana Fat Free Ice Cream by Skyterra Wellness Retreat in North Carolina is very tasty, easy to make, low cost, freezes and keeps well, and it’s a great way to use seasonal fruits and berries.
August 4, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This is a Skyterra guest favorite Beet Avocado Smoothie, a rich, nutrient-packed smoothie perfect for breakfast or to fuel a long afternoon.
August 2, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This Warm Endive Wedge Salad recipe from Skyterra Wellness Retreat in North Carolina uses peppery endive, grapes, pistachios, and a really tasty cashew dill dressing. We call this “accidentally vegan” — and everyone enjoys it.
July 8, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This family and kid-friendly recipe for High Protein Pretzel Buns is from Skyterra Wellness Retreat in North Carolina. This bun has more protein than a traditional dough recipe, no yeast is required, and it’s quick to prepare.
May 22, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Chicken Salad, Avocado Salad, Mexican favors — it all comes together in this burrito-inspired recipe.
May 22, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This crepe batter recipe will yield a soft and tender Simple Fruit Crepe. Skyterra’s tip: it is tempting to try and mix your batter until it is completely smooth, but you’ll get a better result if you take the extra step to strain out the large lumps, then allow the batter to rest. This method keeps your crepes light, thin, and soft. The filling is up to you — but we serve it with diced fresh fruit and chopped nuts, and then top with 100% pure maple syrup. A light and clean breakfast crepe ready to be filled with your favorite…
April 1, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Once you master this recipe for Turkey Apple Breakfast Sausage from Skyterra Wellness Retreat in North Carolina, you can experiment with different seasonings and optimize them to suit your own taste.
March 22, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Skip ordinary cheese and crackers and use crisp, leafy endives for a plant-based pre-meal platter instead. This delicious appetizer is courtesy of Skyterra Wellness Retreat.
December 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Skyterra’s oatmeal crusted chicken breast is a healthier alternative to Chicken Parmesan because it provides Italian flavor without cheese or white flour.
September 8, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This no-cook Watermelon Gazpacho recipe replaces tomatoes (traditionally used in chilled gazpacho) with juicy, refreshing watermelon.
July 4, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Skyterra Wellness Retreat blends Salmon, quinoa, veggies, and herbs make a tasty Mediterranean Salmon Bowl. A fresh entree salad bowl that works well for meal prep or make-ahead work lunches, too, and, is both gluten-free and nut free.
June 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Sometimes you just want and need that crunchy, salty, savory mouth feel — you want chips! This is a nutritious option.
May 22, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This recipe for Strawberry Hibiscus Pie isn’t a cheesecake, but its cool, rich texture will remind you of one.
May 15, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
These Vegan Lemon Cookies from Skyterra Wellness Retreat in North Carolina are a satisfying treat for anyone with a desire to consume fewer animal products. Pairs well with dairy-free “nice cream” for a vegan ice cream sandwich.
April 22, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This creamy Dairy Free Cashew Yogurt is a regular breakfast staple at Skyterra Wellness Retreat in North Carolina. It makes a great dairy-free, lower sugar alternative to the typical store-bought options.
March 22, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Here’s a simple and tasty Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Pancake gluten-free and dairy-free recipe which you can dress them up any way you want!
March 16, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
A light and delicious Pumpkin Trifle dessert with that well-loved pie flavor. Spiced pumpkin puree tastes divine layered with coconut whipped cream and topped with candied pecans.
November 20, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Skyterra Wellness Retreat is open year-round, including the major holidays of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. We know this is a demanding time of year and we are here for you! Whether you visit solo or bring your loved one(s), Skyterra offers special options for your holiday travel.
October 10, 2017 | Spa Index
This delicious Vegetable Cheddar Quinoa Frittata makes a protein-packed breakfast or brunch.
September 30, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
