--- title: "Soulful Plant-Based Kitchen | Healthy Vegan Meals & Retreats" description: "Discover soulful, plant-based cooking with certified vegan chef Divya. Experience organic, healing meals and retreats in Bengaluru. Reset your gut today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/purawvida/holistic-wellness-retreats/soulful-plant-based-kitchen last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Soulful Plant-Based Kitchen and Wellness Meals Tribe Verified · Certified vegan chef, locally sourced meals. By [Divya Nichani](https://mytribe.in/purawvida) · Nature-based retreats hosted around Bengaluru · ₹68K Per Person (4 Nights / 5 Days) (estimate) Part of [Holistic Wellness Retreats](https://mytribe.in/purawvida/holistic-wellness-retreats). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/purawvida/holistic-wellness-retreats/gallery) I believe food is the first form of medicine. From vibrant green juices to traditional banana leaf feasts, discover how plant-based eating can nourish your body and energize your soul. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Prana in my cup! This cold-pressed green juice with apple, ginger, cucumber, and cilantro is an immunity-boosting, feel-good potion. It's the perfect way to reset your body and start the day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/143b13c2-a094-4273-96d8-f6281a1532de) - [Video: Would you try the swap? Making a delicious Tofu Bhurji instead of paneer. It's a high-protein, flavorful vegan dish that even your non-vegan family members will love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77ee460b-fe2e-450a-b616-91d5bc0b3402) - [Video: Meal prep at its finest! This Bare Pita Bowl is packed with nutrients, including homemade hummus and falafel made with fresh, homegrown parsley. It's the ultimate healthy and delicious meal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4f5ec26-0412-4a75-b66f-f5e452052815) - [Video: Some recipes just warm you to the bone. This vegan sweet potato and butternut squash curry with fresh coconut milk is a comforting, gluten-free, and satvic meal, perfect for serving with red rice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ecb98249-9711-48c0-816a-a58cff7b7e8b) - [Video: Who says plant-based can't be playful? Here with my son, we're enjoying stacked plant magic and sipping on blue spirulina. No animals, no drama, just good vibes and delicious vegan food.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc1ea7bf-dc59-4ea7-9bab-3cb3e8d3654c) - [Video: "You're one in a melon!" Enjoying a refreshing watermelon bowl by the pool. It's a sweet reminder to let your own uniqueness shine and bring joy to those around you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6a1dfb2-05c6-47f1-a363-ecdd33902bed) - ![Celebrating the end of a 3-day autumn Khichadi cleanse with our community. This simple, nourishing dish helps reset the gut and prepare for the festive season ahead.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/672241e3-cdea-4242-bfa1-7dfc1cec3cc2) - !["Tum kis khet kii muuli ho?" Having fun at a local organic market, surrounded by the freshest produce. There's nothing like connecting with the source of our food.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b42d530-012a-4b16-8cbf-dbfbf1678a70) - [Video: It's not just food, it's an experience! Enjoying a traditional South Indian *Yele Oota* meal on a banana leaf. The flavors are so incredible they might just make you wish for a post-meal nap.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8be3b007-edb0-4a3c-af19-d12c810059a8) - ![Local markets always open my heart. Here I am at the Devaraja Market in Mysore, admiring a huge pile of fresh cucumbers, a staple in a healthy, hydrating diet.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aa867887-ef6f-48f9-8143-482a914fa103) - ![The vibrant colors of the local market in Mysore. Picking out fresh brinjals for a delicious plant-based meal. Supporting local farmers is a key part of my food philosophy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95b4cb57-577e-478b-bc69-6bc5b21d0b35) - ![A walk through the flower alley at Devaraja Market. The sights and smells are a feast for the senses, a beautiful part of the culture and daily life here.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/933a23c8-8011-42b7-9e36-8a63e91fd34d) - ![The rich aroma of dried red chilies at the market. Spices are the heart of Indian cooking, and I love sourcing them fresh and local.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/732cfb6f-e14f-4291-8628-14daa918c49b) - ![Choosing fresh flowers from the market. These beautiful blooms are used in prayers, decorations, and celebrations, adding color and fragrance to our lives.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db578f15-6366-4e3e-86f3-73077cab8362) - ![The humble coconut, a versatile and essential ingredient in South Indian and vegan cooking. From coconut milk to oil, its nourishing properties are endless.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21631fa7-12dd-4fb1-ad14-d970a878723c) - ![Vegan all the way, even the ice cream! Enjoying a delicious and refreshing vegan sorbet on the steps of a colorful street. This is proof that compassionate treats can be the most delightful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5c64a91-683c-4840-9a30-10fb62726167) - [Video: A thunder-ful day calls for a vegan masala chai! Made with oat milk, fresh ginger, cardamom, and black pepper, this is the perfect warm and comforting drink for a rainy day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64900862-6afe-485b-a7fd-c18ddee7df5b) - ![One happy, healthy, hungry vegan in Lisbon. Enjoying a beautiful and delicious plant-based brunch at a local cafe. Traveling as a vegan is an adventure in discovering amazing food.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f2161bd-7e17-476e-9c6b-3f1b0a049fb1) - ![Sipping on a warm drink after a delicious vegan meal. Taking a moment to savor the flavors and enjoy the atmosphere of this beautiful cafe in Lisbon.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb8b8def-d0dd-4e51-9719-a0fba8bcca67) ## About Soulful Plant-Based Kitchen My kitchen follows *Dinacharya* (daily Ayurvedic rhythm), focusing on ingredients sourced fresh from local markets like Mysore’s Devaraja. When you join my retreats, we aren't just eating; we are experiencing *Yele Oota*—a traditional South Indian feast on a banana leaf—using produce that respects the planet and your gut. It’s simple, raw, and high-prana food that actually makes you feel lighter, not sluggish. Food is energy. Whether it's a cold-pressed green juice to kickstart your morning or a hearty tofu bhurji to keep you fueled, my kitchen philosophy is rooted in 'living food.' I’m a certified raw vegan chef, and I believe you don't need dairy or complex processing to make Indian meals taste incredible. We source everything locally, turning market finds into flavorful, nourishing meals that align with your body’s needs. ### Why Plant-Based? Going vegan isn't about restriction; it's about compassion for yourself and the world. My retreats are designed as a gut reset. We strip away the processed noise and bring it back to basics: organic vegetables, fresh spices, and mindful preparation. ### What We Eat * **Morning Rituals:** We start with *Dinacharya* essentials like herbal shots and soaked nuts to wake up the system. * **The *Yele Oota* Experience:** This is the highlight. We sit down for a traditional South Indian meal served on a banana leaf. It’s communal, it’s grounded, and it’s entirely vegan. * **Culinary Healing:** I teach you how to use simple swaps—like tofu for paneer or coconut milk for dairy—that retain the comfort of traditional recipes without the inflammation. Everything I serve is gluten-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free. If you are coming to a retreat with specific ailments, we work beforehand to tailor the prop usage and the meal plan to support your recovery. You’ll leave not just with recipes, but with a new perspective on how to fuel your life. ## About Divya Nichani I’m Divya, and I live by the belief that food is the first form of medicine. My kitchen is always open, and I’m happiest when sharing a vibrant, plant-based meal that brings people together. Come pull up a chair; let's nourish ourselves, dil se (from the heart). 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