The Symphony of Senses was a two-day retreat held at Whitestone Cottages in Tirthan Valley, aimed at enhancing sensory awareness and self-reflection through art, curated meals, and live performances. The event featured a variety of immersive activities: a bowl of light, envisage and mountain meditation. The retreat's purpose was to foster self-awareness, creativity, and mindfulness in a serene, supportive environment. It blended art, nature, and holistic experiences, allowing participants to explore both their inner selves and the world around them.
Curated Dinner: Chef Dalarympei Kharmawphlang prepared three-course dinners highlighting ingredients like Gucchi Mushrooms and Trout, amongst other local Tirthan Valley ingredients. The dinner wascomplemented by a live violin performance by Sayan Sinha, creating an immersive sensory experience.
“Kilometre Zero” was about celebrating nature, creativity, and delicious cuisine sourced responsibly and sustainably. Led by renowned chefs Chef Dalarympei and Chef Ahme , we explored the diverse culinary landscape of Linsamer Farms, reimagining traditional flavours in innovative ways. Apart from indulging in delightful dishes, guests engaged in therapeutic art activities led by Maya-ika, promoting unity and self-expression through collective mural-making. Another remarkable activity follows where participants will use seed paper to symbolize renewal and transformation, planting seeds of change as we let go of past experiences.
The inaugural event invited participants on a journey of self-discovery and transformation, drawing inspiration from the mystical world of forest folklore. By intertwining the rich narratives of the forest with the artistry of culinary creation and the therapeutic power of artistic expression, PynChe created a unique, multisensory experience. Attendees were guided through a carefully curated program that not only tantalized their taste buds with inventive cuisine but also engaged their creativity and connected them with nature's wisdom. This debut set the stage for PynChe's future endeavors, promising more events that bridge the gap between art, food, and personal growth.
Read MoreWith each event that we organise, we design a theme that will allow the organisers and participants to foster creativity, self expression, appreciation. Through meaningful interaction between the hosts and the participants, we exchange knowledge and ideas and each participant leaves with something new that they've learnt.