Cacao Ceremony

An open door to the heart. Ceremonial cacao and quiet ritual, held in a circle.

Overview

Theobroma cacao has been used as a sacred medicine by Mesoamerican peoples, including the Maya and Aztec, for more than 3,000 years. Ceremonial grade cacao is raw, minimally processed, and sourced from single origin farms, keeping the full spectrum of compounds that commercial chocolate loses.

Theobromine — a gentle vasodilator and mild stimulant that increases blood flow to the heart and brain, giving sustained, warm energy without the cortisol spike of caffeine. Magnesium — cacao is one of the richest plant sources, supporting muscle relaxation, calm, and recovery.

At The Garden, ceremonies weave together cacao, sound healing, breathwork, and quiet ritual. Each ceremony is a unique, communal experience that invites vulnerability, connection, and presence.

Is this for me?

Who it's for

Cacao ceremony is for anyone with an open heart and a willingness to be present. It is especially nourishing for people navigating grief, heartbreak, creative blocks, or major life transitions. No experience is needed — just a willingness to show up as you are.

What you'll gain

Benefits

Opens the heart and emotional body

Supports grief processing and emotional release

Enhances creativity and clarity

Deeply nourishing and grounding

Beautiful as a group or private ritual

Preparation

What to expect

You will arrive and settle into a circle. The ceremony begins with an introduction to the cacao — its origins, its properties, and the intention for the evening. You will be served a cup of warm, ceremonial-grade cacao and invited to drink it slowly. The journey that follows may include guided meditation, sound healing, breathwork, or sharing. Allow 2 to 2.5 hours.

Avoid dairy and heavy food for a few hours before the ceremony.