A few weeks ago I got an amazing opportunity to experience Rancho La Puerta, the 70-year-old wellness retreat that has been consistently ranked in the top three spas in the world that will really change you as a person!

The first thing I did was park my phone and tuck my computer safely away in my bag. I was completely unplugged and it was awesome. I finally found out about this ranch magic that the incredible staff kept talking about and trust me, I will keep it with me all year long. I know all of this sounds a little nutty but I promise you, the transformation that takes place inside of you is for real. This is why almost every guest that I met there had been returning for over 20+ years.

Located in Tecate, Mexico and nestled in the foothills of Spirit Mountain, the 3,000+ acre dreamland offers so many activities I couldn’t possibly list them all. Artisans, craftsmen, wellness experts, world renowned chefs, and fitness gurus are brought in from all over the world to engage with you and impart their ways. The schedule and menus change weekly but the results are the same: totally awesome.

If I had to pick my absolute favorite treatment it would be Watsu! This underwater massage had me traveling to a peaceful place that I just can’t explain. Rancho La Puerta grows all of the food that they serve you. Best selling author and restauranteur Romney Steele gave us a cooking lesson and taught Brittany Mullins of Eating Bird Food and I how to make a fig and blackberry tart. The hydro-fitness, Michael Jackson dance classes, and morning hikes were also on the top of my list.

I’m only giving you a tiny glimpse into the incredible time that I had at my new favorite place in the whole world because you need to see if for yourself to truly believe it! I’m going to leave you with 5 of my very favorite recipes. Jump over to The Ranch to see for yourself. You will find more incredible recipes, get to see the gorgeous landscape, and trust me, you’ll be tempted to book the first flight out. But hey, don’t forget to let me know if you go so I can say I told you so!

DIY Lemon and Rose Summer Scrub Tutorial
via Rancho La Puerta

Lemon Verbena Rice Pudding With Fresh Fruit and Pistachios Recipe
via Rancho La Puerta

Herbed Lemon Ice Cubes
via Rancho La Puerta

Cranberry Persimmon Salsa Recipe
via Rancho La Puerta

Pictured at the top of this post: Quince-Apple Mermelada Tartlets via Rancho La Puerta

This post is sponsored by Rancho La Puerta.