Cacao Ceremonies
"Your task is not to seek for love,
but to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it."
-Rumi
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✨Experience the Magic of a Private Group Cacao Ceremony
✅ A heart-opening ceremony with cacao, sourced from family-owned farms in Guatemala.
✅ Dynamic, ecstatic sound healing.
✅ Reflective and grounding practices.
✅ Connection, inspiration, and nourishment.
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The Power of Cacao
A Sacred Superfood
Theobroma cacao is an ancient superfood, cultivated for over 12,000 years in the hot, humid forests near the equator. Revered by ancient civilizations, particularly the Mayans, cacao was valued not only as a nutritional powerhouse but also for its spiritual and ceremonial significance.It was used as currency and played a central role in sacred rituals.
The name Theobroma comes from the Greek language, meaning "Food of the Gods." In its pure form, cacao nourishes the body, mind, and spirit, making it a cherished ingredient among superfood enthusiasts and spiritual communities alike.
Cacao Ceremony
A Heart-Opening Experience
Theobroma cacao is an ancient superfood, cultivated for over 12,000 years in the hot, humid forests near the equator. Revered by ancient civilizations, particularly the Mayans, cacao was valued not only as a nutritional powerhouse but also for its spiritual and ceremonial significance.It was used as currency and played a central role in sacred rituals.
The name Theobroma comes from the Greek language, meaning "Food of the Gods." In its pure form, cacao nourishes the body, mind, and spirit, making it a cherished ingredient among superfood enthusiasts and spiritual communities alike.
Health Benefits of Cacao
Theobroma cacao is an ancient superfood, cultivated for over 12,000 years in the hot, humid forests near the equator. Revered by ancient civilizations, particularly the Mayans, cacao was valued not only as a nutritional powerhouse but also for its spiritual and ceremonial significance.It was used as currency and played a central role in sacred rituals.
The name Theobroma comes from the Greek language, meaning "Food of the Gods." In its pure form, cacao nourishes the body, mind, and spirit, making it a cherished ingredient among superfood enthusiasts and spiritual communities alike.
Organic Ceremonial Cacao Sources
💕This nutrient-dense cacao is procured from Guatemalan rainforests, supporting isolated organic farmers, regenerative ecosystems, and building positive local impact. Each batch of cacao is carefully fermented, dried, and toasted. The artisanal processing of the seeds allows an extraordinarily high-quality control.✨One block can provide a wide range of 16-32 servings depending on dosage (.5 oz - 1 oz per serving). This cacao has a long shelf life of over one year when stored in a cool dark environment.$40 / 1 lb block🚚Shipping and in-person delivery may be available upon request.
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Maryandra's Cacao Elixir Recipe
Ceremonial Dose (1 Serving)Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Ceremonial Grade Cacao (4 tbsp) 🌱
- 1.5 cup water 💧
- 1 heaping tbsp almond butter 🥄
- 1 tbsp date syrup 🍯
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon 🌰
- 1/8 tsp cardamom 💚
- 1/8 tsp vanilla extract 🌸
- 1/8 tsp sea salt 🧂Instructions:
1. Heat: Place all ingredients in a saucepan and heat gently until the cacao is melted. Avoid boiling to preserve the cacao’s nutrients. 🔥
2. Emulsify: Once melted, use a milk frother or transfer the mixture into a mason jar and shake vigorously with the lid on until well-emulsified. 🤎No Stove Method:
- Heat water in an electric kettle. ⚡
- Allow the water to cool slightly (so it’s not boiling). 🌬️
- Add the warm water to your mug containing all the other ingredients. Stir until the cacao melts. ☕️Note on Consumption:
- Due to naturally occurring heavy metals in cacao, it’s recommended to limit intake to no more than 6 oz per week (under California’s Proposition 65 guidelines). ⏳
- For daily enjoyment, aim for 0.5–0.8 oz per day (roughly 2–3 tbsp). 🌿Storage:
- Store cacao in a cool, dry place (a kitchen cabinet is fine). 🌡️
- Refrigeration is possible but will harden the cacao due to its natural fats. ❄️
- Properly stored, cacao can last one year or more. 📦Additional Tips:
- Efficiency: Pre-cut your cacao and store in a sealed container for quick use. ⏱️
- Ritual Use: Consider reserving a dedicated knife and cutting board for cacao preparation to honor its sacred nature and enhance your ritualistic experience. 🙏
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Testimonials for Maryandra's Cacao Ceremonies
"I wasn’t sure what to expect from the cacao ceremony, and I hadn’t anticipated having what ended up being such a heart-opening experience. I felt so held and understood—everything was so gentle and perfect. It was as if Maryandra was playing a piano; every movement and verbal expression she shared made me feel safe to open emotionally. 10/10 would do this over and over again. She was born into intuitively feeling raw energy, and that’s something extremely special—not something I ever really come across."
– Gelsina, Yoga Teacher & Artist
"Maryandra's singing voice is so healing. It is needed in this world. She holds space for such beautiful healings and has a special gift. I was honored to be at today's cacao ceremony."
– Anonymous
"I have really enjoyed working with cacao this year—thanks to you for introducing me and for supplying such a quality brand! I had such a heart-opening experience in your cacao ceremony and a much-needed release of energy. Cacao is such a sweet plant medicine, and you are such a loving space holder and shaman. These sacred gatherings and ceremonies are so powerful!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
– Anandi, Mother, Yogi, and Doula
"Maryandra is a wonderful, natural-born leader. She guided the flow of the cacao ceremony to be fluid and open, which gave way for a very magical, grounding, and heart-opening experience. The closeness and connection between all of us in the group while the ceremony was happening and when it was finished was so rich in love. Maryandra is a very special woman who is able to nurture while holding safe space. This makes for a beautiful, gentle, and yet powerful experience when she leads ceremonies. I’m so grateful for her existence in this world."
– Anna, Midwife & Doula
"This cacao ceremony was truly a wonderful experience. It was just what I needed, and I’m so grateful for you sharing your talents and love."
– Silent Retreat Participant
"I want to say 'thank you' again. The ceremony was such a sensory treat. I really got out of my head and into my senses. It was probably the least anxious I've felt in weeks."
– Tova, Sex and Couples Therapist
About Maryandra
Maryandra has a lifelong relationship with creative arts and channeling.She lived, studied, taught at a classical Yoga ashram for six years, immersing in daily practices and spiritual community.During her ashram years, she served as a Retreat and Program Coordinator, overseeing wellness-based workshops and retreats for over 10,000 visitors a year.After 800-plus training hours in Yoga, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra, and Meditation, Maryandra ventured to Mesoamerican jungles and deserts, to further develop her practice.She is a skilled and compassionate facilitator of sacred transformative experiences.
Restorative Reiki
Private Session
60-minute 1+1 Reiki energy healing session intuitively combined with sound healing, positive affirmations, and breathwork as needed.Reiki therapy, a Japanese healing technique, involves transferring Rei (universal) Ki (life energy) through the hands to support the individual's natural vital energy to flow in balance.Commonly sought as a complimentary treatment for pain, anxiety, and depression, this session is offered hands-on or hands-off, based on individual preference.While lying on the massage table is recommended, a seated position can be accommodated.Optional aromatherapy, scalp massage, and light Thai Yoga during the session.
Past Events
Dec 8 | 📍White Lotus Eco SpaStandardsville, VA
Sept 14 | Cacao Ceremony @ SUN / SETS by Tom Tom, Esmont, VAApril 22 | Vendor @ Healing Arts Fair @ Tom Tom Festival, VAMay 6 | Cacao and Yoga Journey @ Commonground Healing Arts, VAMay 20-27 | Monmouth County, NJJune 4 | Cacao and Yoga Journey @ Yurtananda, VAJuly 9 | Cacao Ceremony @ Yurtananda, VASept 4 | Yurtananda Yoga Weekend Retreat, VAOct 21 | Cacao Journey @ Private Residence, Tacoma Park, MDDec 3 | Unleash Your Sacred Fire: Women's Day Retreat, VADec 24 | Sacred Cacao Journey @ Yurtananda, VADec 31 | Journeying and Journaling: Cacao & Shamanic Sound @ Satchiananda Ashram-Yogaville, VA
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