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Let’s go for a walk in the woods. No real destination in mind. No agenda. No plans. Just mindfulness practice, in the heart of nature. Let’s give forest bathing a chance.   What is forest bathing?  Shinrin-yoku is a Japanese practice known in English as forest bathing or forest therapy.

Chef Maximus Navarro, better known around Thermëa as Chicco, answered some of our questions so that we may get to know him—and his food—a little better. How did you become a chef here at Thermëa? In 2015, I migrated from the Philippines—Thermëa was my first job in Canada. Since then, Chef Thomas—who is now the Director of Food & Beverage—and ...

Have you ever been somewhere and seen a beautiful flower and wondered what it was? Ever asked yourself “why was this planted here”? Well, in the case of Thermëa by Nordik Spa-Nature, we’ve asked our landscapers these questions for you. We’ve compiled a list of 5 amazing plants you may find in our spas – so that you may bring ...

With the arrival of sunnier weather, we can’t help but crave fresh and delicious foods!   If you love a classic Caesar salad but are looking to freshen it up, our Chef has the perfect alternative. Our Green Goddess Dressing has the same creamy appeal with the addition of fresh herbs.   It’s the perfect recipe to let your creativity shine and play with the herbs ...

When times get rough and stress levels skyrocket, it’s almost second nature to reach for an ice cream pint for some much-needed comfort. And whilst that sweet treat nourishes the soul, there are plenty of nutritious and delicious choices we can make every day to reduce our stress levels and nourish our bodies as well.