August 7 - 13, 2026

6 days' holiday to recharge in nature and take good care of yourself
with Tampopo Foods chefs and hosts: Jarka Adamcova & Karel Becvar
Location World Peace Stupa retreat centre, Winterswijk, The Netherlands


Registrations are open now!
Come as an Early-bird, sign up before June 21 and save over 170 Euros!



                      

FINALLY, we can share this NEWS with you!
Karel and I are sooo excited to invite you to this unforgettable holiday week in the beautiful Dutch countryside.


WHAT DO WE LOVE TO OFFER YOU?

1. A comfortable place to rest, relax and have quality time 
2. Delicious, wholesome, 100% plant-based food and gentle exercise to feel energised and refreshed
3. To heal and reconnect to nature.

In short, amazing inspiration and the best nourishment for your body, mind, and soul.


For those who joined us in previous years, WHAT'S NEW?

. We were lucky to find a new, amazing retreat centre for you, and yes, in Winterswijk again!
. The place has such a good energy and serenity, surrounded by forests and fields, just right for nurturing and refreshing your whole being.
. The rooms have their own facilities (from a washing table to their own toilet and a shower). That feels so comfortable!
. And you will have a fantastic opportunity to book private MER (Myofascial Energetic Release) sessions with Michel, a gentle and relaxing form of bodywork. You will love it, it's so relaxing...


WHAT TO EXPECT and HOW YOU CAN SPEND YOUR TIME? 
The day starts with exclusive first-row bird concerts, which allow you to enjoy the serene, quiet atmosphere at your own pace. The beautiful surroundings offer plenty of opportunities for forest walks, cycling, swimming, or visiting museums. 

Whether you explore the many sightseeing options or like to read a good book in the garden, we ensure you are well cared for. To close the day, you can join us at the campfire and enjoy the evening talks, stories, and singing.

In the morning, you may participate in the light body-and-mind Do-In stretch sessions with Karel and Jarka, Tibetan prayers, meditation & mantra singing, or Tibetan Kum Nye yoga practise.

After breakfast, for those who are interested can join a mindful meditation practise with Martin. Otherwise, during the day, you are free to do whatever your heart desires...

In the evenings, you are warmly welcome for a home movie, an edible plants safari, or a DIY hands-on workshop with Shiatsu massage to relax your neck and shoulders. Who knows, there may be even a live concert to enjoy... ;-)?    


HOW ABOUT THE FOOD?
We care for your happy tummy!
Our team provides full service daily with 100% plant-based, organic, macrobiotic, wholesome meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), refreshing drinks, and snacks! Also, when you decide to stay away for lunch, you get a yummy lunchbox to go.  

HOW MANY WILL WE BE?
We host a friendly, inspiring, family-sized group of approximately 15 guests.

We are wishing you a lovely summer and look forward to seeing you in Winterswijk this August! 

With love ❤️,
Jarka, Karel & Martin
Your Tampopo Foods hosts


Registrations are open now!
Come as an Early-bird, sign up before June 21 and save over 170 Euros!



           

REVIEWS

SEE WHAT OUR GUESTS SAID ABOUT STAYING WITH US...


"Tampopo all inclusive... For everyone with empty batteries. Relaxation. Immersed in a complete wellness of delicious food, light exercise, spirituality and loving passion! The greatest gift you could get / or give yourself." Thanks, Jolande 


"Dear Karel and Jarka, thank you for all the love you have given us these past few days. It was an inspiring time, and I met many lovely people! Thanks to you, this has been possible. Thanks again this time, and I hope to meet you next year." Corry


"What a great week: lovely people, delicious food, and nice things to do. You and everyone inspired me. What a wonderfully peaceful environment. What beautiful nature here. And then the food... Words are not enough to describe it.
Thank you for the opportunity!" Love, Anneke


"What you give with love carries through in each of us. We are so grateful. Thank you for an amazing week."  Marlouze & Fiona

          

VENUE

World Peace Stupa Retreat Centre is a serene Buddhist retreat site nestled in the tranquil National Landscape of Winterswijk, near the Dutch-German border. It sits in a beautiful, quiet rural setting of woodlands, brooks and traditional farmland. One of the most peaceful and unspoilt parts of the Netherlands.

It takes 1 hour and 50 minutes by car from Amsterdam, or a 15-minute drive from the train station in Winterswijk.

The Stupa Centre is being developed as a place for inner peace, reflection and healing, open to people from all backgrounds. At its heart is the vision of the World Peace Stupa, a symbolic structure rooted in ancient Buddhist tradition that represents peace, compassion and harmony.

The venue offers comfortable guest rooms and welcoming communal spaces, including a shared living and dining area, as well as quiet indoor and outdoor corners for contemplation, rest, or meditation.

It is the perfect venue for a "recharge your batteries" retreat.
This green oasis of peace and tranquillity is comfortably away from the busy city life and offers many possibilities for rest.

The venue's ground floor has a dining room, a leisure lounge room connected to the garden, toilet facilities, and a cosy meditation room. Meditation cushions, plaids, and yoga mats are available for indoor use. 

In the Garden Wing, there are eight 1- or 2-person bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. In addition, there is one larger 2-3-person room and one single room that shares a bathroom.

At the end of this wing is a spacious panoramic room with wide views, where we will have morning Do-in practise, Mindful Meditation, and other evening events.

Surrounded by nature, it’s an ideal backdrop for resting the mind, deepening awareness, and coming home to yourself.

Meals are shared in the large dining hall, and when the weather allows, several tables are set up outside.

In another building, just next door, there is a beautiful, large meditation room where you can join the early-morning Tibetan prayers, meditation, mantra singing, and Kum Nye yoga.

              


The main building has the following three policies.
We thank you for respecting them.
. shoes-off
. drinks and food only in the dining room
. no smoking


Exploring the venue, the colourful, spacious garden, full of flowers, trees, and bushes, borders a meadow and a nearby forest, inviting you to take a stroll or ride. A few bikes are possible to rent at the location (donation-based).

There are many cute places to rest and enjoy the sunrise and sunset, or to read your favourite book. Next to the dining room, there are tables and chairs for outdoor dining. A fireplace to create a vibrant atmosphere in the evening is also not missing...



        

YOUR HOSTS & SPECIAL TREATS

Karel Becvar (CZ/NL) co-founded Tampopo Foods and We Future Global. His passions include understanding systems science in daily life, health, nature, and local and international social and political aspects. Originally a medical student, he chose to deepen his knowledge and experience naturally by studying and continuing to study traditional oriental, Chinese, and Ayurvedic medicine. Karel hosts this holiday week and will lead inspiring talks and morning light body-stretch Do-In sessions. 





Jarka Adamcova (CZ/NL), after studying at the wood academy and gaining experience in interior and kitchen design, leaves for the Netherlands. There she studied and later worked as a chef, teacher and educational manager at the Kushi Institute of Europe. After 20 incredible years of private, local, and international educational projects, Jarka co-founded Tampopo Foods, an online platform featuring plant-based products and live educational events, retreats, classes, and workshops on a natural lifestyle. Jarka will be the host and chef, sharing and guiding you through a wild-edibles safari and a relaxing hands-on shiatsu massage workshop this week. 





Martin Pack (UK), a trained Vipassana teacher, has organised meditation retreats worldwide. He continues to be impressed by the transformational effect of mindfulness on his life and the lives of other practitioners. Many of them return regularly to his retreat. Martin is inspired by the way these people overcome difficulties in their lives. They give him new insights and motivation to continue teaching. Martin will guide morning mindful meditation sessions. And as he is also a fantastic cook, he will be a member of our kitchen team this week.

Michel Bik (NL), will be joining us for several days to offer private MER sessions (Myofascial Energetic Release).

MER is a gentle yet profound form of bodywork that supports relaxation, vitality and a deeper connection with the body. Combining mindful touch, breathwork, and energetic alignment can help release deep physical and emotional blockages within the myofascial system (muscles and fascia) and may bring relief from chronic pain, tension, and stagnation.

Many people experience noticeable changes and a greater sense of ease already during the session itself.

Michel has over 20 years of experience practising and teaching Shiatsu, including at the Oost West Centrum / Kushi Institute. In recent years, alongside myofascial bodywork, he has also immersed himself in the Yoga of Touch, also known as Kashmirian massage.

Whether you are seeking relief from long-standing discomfort or simply wish to deepen your experience of rest, healing and self-awareness, Michel's sessions offer a gentle and supportive space for both body and mind.

Each individual session lasts approximately 1.5 hours and is offered at a rate of €150.

For more information, please visit Michel’s website: www.levendelijve.nl

PROGRAM

Friday, August 7, you are welcome to arrive from 5:00 p.m. onwards. 
After checking into your room, dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m.
At 8:00 p.m., we will meet for a short introduction to greet and get to know each other. We will share valuable tips, review and explain the house rules, and answer your questions. Then, from the following day, you can enjoy yourself.

On the departure day
The optional morning body-and-mind session will be at 7:00 a.m., and breakfast will be at 8:00 a.m. The rooms should be emptied by 10:00 a.m. On your departure, you will receive a light lunch, a warm hug, and a safe journey wish from us.


WHAT DOES THE DAILY SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE?

You do not need to do anything; just relax, eat and sleep.

If you feel like doing something, then this may be your daily rhythm: 

6:45 a.m., the soft sound bowl gong will invite you to wake up
7:00 a.m., morning tea
7:15 – 8:15 a.m., a light body & mind stretch session (optional)
8:30 – 9:30 a.m., breakfast
10:00 – 11:00 a.m., mindful meditation practise
Time for yourself
12:30 – 1:15 p.m., lunch + afternoon snack
Time for yourself
6:00 – 6:45 p.m., light dinner 
Time for yourself
10:00 - 10.30 p.m., suggested bedtime

Other optional afternoon or evening activities will be announced daily.

For the early birds, there are two additional and optional morning practises:
6:00 - 6:45 a.m., Tibetan prayers, meditation and mantra singing
7:00 - 7:45 a.m., Tibetan Kum Nye yoga

 
TIPS ON WHAT TO DO IN YOUR FREE TIME...

What can you do and see in Winterswijk and the neighbourhood? The town has loads of places worth seeing. Visit a museum, browse the market, be enchanted by nature, discover the stone quarry with prehistoric fossils, and much more. Explore it all by bike or on foot and be surprised.

Longing for a good cup of coffee in a nice place? 
Ancient Keltic coffee house with a lovely Rosenhaege garden and a British classic shop carrying a.o. traditional woollen knitwear from Ireland, Wales and Scotland will do:
https://www.rosenhaege.nl/

 
To discover where to go in and around Winterswijk, see the local Tourist office website:
https://www.100percentwinterswijk.com/


Visit the Mondriaan museum:
https://villamondriaan.nl/en/


Berennschot's watermill is a nice spot, not to forget:
https://www.berenschotswatermolen.nl/


And here you will find countless antiquarian bookstores and markets, so if you love reading and old books, your holiday should not go by without a visit to 'Bredevoort Book City'.


Take a swim:
Well, believe us, this is really a highlight if you love to swim in the open water.
Lake t'Hilgelo, with amazing, rejuvenating freshwater, a light breeze, trees offering cooling shade, and a nudist beach as well.
https://www.hilgelomeer.nl/activiteiten/recreatiegebieden-winterswijk/recreatiegebied-t-hilgelo
For other swimming tips, check:
https://strandbad.nl/
https://zwembadjaspers.nl/


For nature and bird lovers: 
Reserve time on Saturday, August 8, at 2:00 pm to visit the stone quarry; with some luck, you may even spot the magnificent eagle owls... 
For reservations: https://www.100percentwinterswijk.com/


Rent a bike for your easy move:
Directly at the venue, there are a few bikes available for rent (donation-based).
Otherwise check:
https://www.oonkspeciaalzaak.nl/Fietsverhuur/


To order a taxi:
Our venue hosts offer a pick-up service from and to the train station (donation-based).
For other rides, please check:
Private cab: https://sneleentaxi.nl/
Regiotaxi: https://www.zoov.nl/
(You can reach the ZOOV Travel Planner from abroad at +31- 77 397 42 44; no additional costs are associated.)



           

TAMPOPO FOODS SHOP ON SPOT

We will also build a small Tampopo Foods shop for your convenience, carrying essential macrobiotic ingredients, seasonings, and comfort food.  

Tip: 
Are you coming by car and would like to pick up your Tampopo Foods order at the venue in Winterswijk to save on shipping costs?  
Place your order beforehand, and we will bring it directly to Winterswijk.

1. Order and pre-pay for your products before July 27 at: https://www.tampopofoods.com/collections
2. For free shipping, choose the local pick-up option at Egmond-Binnen.
3. Include a note: "Pick up in Winterswijk, August 7-13".
   
   
   

          

ABOUT OUR CUISINE AND PLANT-BASED MEALS

Our previous guests said this about our cooking: 

"Karel & Jarka have mastered the art of preparing amazing food. Colourful, varied, finger-licking, delicious, beautifully balanced meals are a feast for all senses! The mouthwatering aroma welcomes you whenever you pass by the dining room. All the dishes, drinks, and snacks are 100% plant-based, vegan, macrobiotic, wholesome, and as much as possible local, organic quality, and prepared with love and 30+ years of experience."

P.S.
On days when you decide to stay away for lunch, you get a yummy lunchbox to go. To help us reduce our packaging footprint, please bring your favourite food containers, to-go boxes, and thermoses. Thank you! 

              

       

ACCOMMODATION

In the Garden Wing, on the venue's ground floor, there are eight 1- 2-person bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. In addition, there is one larger 2-3-person room and one single room that shares a bathroom.

The main building has the following three policies.
We thank you for respecting them.
. shoes-off
. drinks and food only in the dining room
. no smoking


            

         

PRICES

The prices for this holiday week are per person and include accommodation (including one set of bedsheets and towels), meals, beverages, morning light body-and-mind stretch sessions and meditation, optional evening classes, final cleaning at departure, taxes, guidance, and organisation.


Registrations are open now!
Come as an Early-bird, sign up before June 21 and save over 170 Euros!


Prices valid for early registrations before June 21:
975 Euro, accommodation in a 1-person room
795 Euro, accommodation in a 2-person room
Tip: 
Bring a friend or a loved one to share your 2-person room!
Your 2nd person receives a special discounted price of 750 euros.


Prices valid for registrations after June 21:
1075 Euro, accommodation in a 1-person room
895 Euro, accommodation in a 2-person room
Tip: 
Bring a friend or a loved one to share your 2-person room!
Your 2nd person receives a special discounted price of 850 euros.


Note:
Please bring your beach towels and sheets for outdoor picnicking or swimming.

The price does not include:
Your travel costs, insurance, dining out, shopping, entry fees for excursions, museums, or outdoor activities, private MER session with Michel, or other fees. 

Special services arranged by the venue host, based on the donations, are:
. Bicycle rent
. Possible pick-up from and to the train station in Winterswijk (available only on arrival and departure day)


Registrations are open now!
Come as an Early-bird, sign up before June 21 and save over 170 Euros!



       

I LOVE TO COME AND REGISTER

To book this retreat, please e-mail us your name, address, telephone number, and accommodation choice. We will check availability and send you the final confirmation and payment bank transfer details. 

Note:
Your registration is only final once the full payment is received.
Exceptionally, for a special personal situation, the following Early Bird payment agreement can be communicated and arranged:
The minimum down payment is 550 euros, due before June 21.
The remaining amount must be covered before July 13.

Cancellation policy
Let us know as soon as possible if an unexpected situation prevents you from attending this holiday week. We will do our best to help find a solution or forward your reserved place to another guest on the reservation list to avoid your losses.

Nevertheless, in case of cancellation of your stay and if a possible replacement cannot be arranged, when booking this holiday week, you agree to the following cancellation conditions: 

Cancellation received up to 6 weeks before the start date: the guest pays 75% of the total amount.

Cancellation received less than 6 weeks before the start date: the guest pays 100% of the total amount.


Do you have other questions or requests?
Feel free to email, app or call:
info@tampopofoods.com
+31 - 6 - 5125 0967


We are wishing you a lovely summer and look forward to seeing you in Winterswijk this August! 

With love ❤️,
Jarka, Karel & Martin
Your Tampopo Foods hosts



         

            


📸 credits: World Peace Stupa centre, OneAwareness, Quinta da Yoga, Ondrej Adamec, Tampopo Foods