Cacao & Cocoon Evening

Join us for a cozy in-person night filled with rich cacao delights and warm, relaxing vibes. It's the perfect chance to unwind, connect, and soak in some good energy. Whether you're a cacao lover or just looking to chill, this evening will wrap you in a comfy cocoon of calm. Bring your friends or come solo — either way, you're in for a sweet treat!

Cacao & Cocoon
An invitation to soften, and come home to yourself.

Wrap yourself in stillness. An hour of deeply restorative yoga — fully supported, unhurried, held — to let your body finally exhale. Then, as the room settles, sacred cacao: a warm, ceremonial cup shared in quiet, to close the evening with something sweet and grounding.

This isn't about doing more. It's permission to do less — to be held, to be warm, to be gentle with yourself for one whole evening.

📍 Cheltenham Film Studios (next to Manor by the Lake)
📅 Saturday 10th October, 7:00pm–8:30pm
🍫 60 minutes restorative yoga · Sacred cacao ceremony
£45pp · Limited to 6 guests

About the cacao we use

The cacao served at Cacao & Cocoon is ceremonial-grade, made from the cacao bean itself rather than processed chocolate. It's naturally rich in theobromine, a mild stimulant that increases heart rate and gently dilates blood vessels, and it contains a small amount of caffeine (roughly 40mg per cup — less than a coffee, more than a tea). This is part of what makes cacao ceremony feel different to a hot chocolate — it's gently energising as well as grounding.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Cacao affects pregnancy in a genuinely mixed way, so we'd rather be upfront than reassuring. Some research suggests modest benefits from theobromine during pregnancy; other research raises caution around higher intakes, particularly in the third trimester, as what's a small dose for you can be a larger relative dose for your baby. Total caffeine intake (from all sources, cacao included) is generally advised to stay under 300mg a day during pregnancy. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, please speak to your midwife or GP before attending — we're always happy to offer a smaller pour or a caffeine-free alternative on the night, no explanation needed.

Blood pressure & heart conditions

If you have high blood pressure or take blood pressure Medic*tion: cacao's theobromine naturally lowers blood pressure, which can be a lovely effect on its own — but combined with Medic*tion, it may drop your blood pressure lower than intended, or cause it to fluctuate. If you have a heart condition, arrhythmia, or experience palpitations: theobromine also raises heart rate, which some people feel as light-headedness. In both cases, we'd recommend checking with your GP first and starting with a smaller serving, which we're always happy to prepare.

Medications to flag with us

• MAOIs — cacao contains tyramine, which combined with MAOI antidepressants can cause a serious spike in blood pressure
• SSRIs — please let us know, as cacao's effects on serotonin can occasionally interact with these medications
• Any heart or blood pressure Medic*tion — as above

Allergies & ingredients

Our cacao may be prepared with small additions such as cinnamon, cayenne, or plant milk. Please let us know of any allergies (nuts, dairy, or cacao itself) so we can advise on ingredients or adjust your serving.

A gentle note

None of the above means cacao isn't for you — most people enjoy it without any concerns at all. It's simply that, like coffee, it's a genuinely active plant medicine, so we'd rather you come prepared than surprised. If you're ever unsure, you're always welcome to attend and take restorative yoga without the cacao — just let us know in advance.

If you have any questions or specific medical considerations, please get in touch before the event [email protected]