As the days begin to cool and the light softens, our kitchens naturally start to shift. We crave food that is warmer, slower, and more grounding. … Read the rest
New to Occidental in early 2027, we look forward to welcoming this new accommodation just down the road from us! Discover all the new spots that Occidental has to offer alongside the classic landmarks that make Occidental the town that … Read the rest
As summer begins to ease toward more structured days, there’s a natural invitation to return: not to busyness, but to the small, grounding practices that help us make it through our days with a little more ease. A simple evening … Read the rest
Summer has a way of pulling us out of our routines. Between longer days, travel, time with loved ones, and the general fullness of the season, the structures that usually anchor us can loosen; sometimes in wonderful ways, and sometimes … Read the rest
One of the commitments written into the Osmosis Stewardship Trust is to thoughtfully steward our land and continually improve our sanctuary for future generations. While that may sound like a lofty goal, stewarding the sanctuary comes to life through the … Read the rest
Experience the Osmosis Meditation Garden with Its Founder on Tuesday, September 15th
Join the founder and lead gardener of Osmosis for a guided journey through our landmark meditation garden — an intimate event limited to just 12 guests.
Discover the artistry and intention behind one of Osmosis’s most beloved spaces as we explore the principles of Japanese garden design: the carefully chosen plantings, distinctive pruning styles, and deliberate placement of stone. At the heart of the garden lies its foundation — an ancient Zen story told entirely through stone arrangements.
This is a rare opportunity to see the garden through the eyes of its creator and to understand how every element was thoughtfully composed to create a sanctuary for reflection and renewal.
Join us in honoring the Autumn Equinox with a guided meditation, gentle breathwork, and community ceremony in Osmosis’ beautiful Meditation Garden.
Together, we will:
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About Your Guide
Eden Rumelt is a Reverend Priestess, Ritual Dancer, and Embodiment Teacher with more than 20 years of experience leading classes, workshops, and retreats. She has also been a Massage Therapist at Osmosis Day Spa since 2013, bringing a deeply grounded and nurturing approach to her work.
Join Sarah Kate Benjamin of The Kosmic Kitchen for a fall herbal cooking workshop, and a day full of seasonal connection, nourishment, and restoration at the beautiful Osmosis Day Spa.
As the seasons turn inward, we’ll gather around the wisdom of the fall harvest, exploring herbal recipes and foods that nourish the body, ground the spirit, and invite deeper connection with the natural world. Through a hands-on herbal cooking class, we’ll prepare a seasonal meal together while discovering simple and joyful ways to weave plant medicine into everyday kitchen rituals, all while enjoying the peaceful sounds of the creek and the beauty of the surrounding gardens.
Following the cooking experience, you’ll spend the afternoon in deep relaxation, including a group cedar enzyme footbath, your choice of a 70-minute massage or 65-minute custom facial, a peaceful walking meditation through the bamboo forest, and a guided meditation in Osmosis’s renowned Japanese garden.
You’ll leave feeling inspired to connect with the plants of the season, return to your kitchen with renewed intention, and carry the restorative energy of this day with you long after you leave.
Sarah Kate Benjamin is an herbalist, holistic chef, and cookbook author devoted to making kitchen herbalism approachable and grounded. Her own journey of healing and reconnecting with the wisdom of plants led her to explore the profound relationship between food, herbs, and everyday rituals of care.
Through The Kosmic Kitchen, Sarah Kate shares seasonal herbal recipes, cooking classes, and kitchen rituals that invite people to transform their kitchens into sanctuaries for nourishment, creativity, and connection. She is the co-author of The Kosmic Kitchen Cookbook and lives in Sebastopol, California, where she teaches herbal cooking and shares her weekly herbal recipe subscription. Learn more about her work at the Kosmic Cooking Club Substack & The Kosmic Kitchen.
Warming Spices | Garden Herbs | Seasonal Greens
Fresh Herbs | Seasonal Toppings
Apple | Toasted Hazelnuts | Apple Cider Mustard Vinaigrette
Warming Spices | Pistachio | Rose Petal Salt
Celebrate the golden beauty of autumn with us at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary. Our October Locals Night is a special evening event dedicated to community, relaxation, and local flavor.
Your evening experience includes delicious local bites, cedar enzyme foot bath, and your choice of a mini Pumpkin Enzyme Facial or a mini massage.
As the sun sets and golden hour fills the gardens and spa, savor Autumn treats – tastings of a unique Black Sesame Honey Butter, seasonal beverages, and wine provided from our neighbors at Black Kite Cellars.
Join us to unwind, connect, and embrace the magic of October at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary. We can’t wait to welcome you for an unforgettable evening of wellness, community, and autumn inspired spa experiences.
Experience the Osmosis Meditation Garden with Its Founder on Wednesday, October 21st
Join the founder and lead gardener of Osmosis for a guided journey through our landmark meditation garden — an intimate event limited to just 12 guests.
Discover the artistry and intention behind one of Osmosis’s most beloved spaces as we explore the principles of Japanese garden design: the carefully chosen plantings, distinctive pruning styles, and deliberate placement of stone. At the heart of the garden lies its foundation — an ancient Zen story told entirely through stone arrangements.
This is a rare opportunity to see the garden through the eyes of its creator and to understand how every element was thoughtfully composed to create a sanctuary for reflection and renewal.