Recipes, Rituals & Remedies

Creating simple, clean self-care products is an act of love, for yourself and for the Earth. At Mahai, we are mindful of the impact of everything we consume, create, and use on our skin. We believe that nourishing skincare can be made with natural ingredients that can be found in our kitchens, reducing significantly our consumption and the pollution of our waters. This recipe is one of the favorites from our Wild Apothecary Workshop with Gabriela Alcántara , where we enjoy a

At Mahai, one of our favorite recipes begins with the coconuts growing outside our kitchen. After guests finish drinking fresh coconut water, the soft young coconut meat is transformed into a bright Caribbean-style ceviche with lime, cilantro, tomato, and herbs. Over time, each of our chefs has created their own variations — from mango and avocado to caramelized onions — turning a simple recipe into one of the most loved dishes we serve by the sea.

In Gabylu’s Wild Apothecary workshops, guests gather near the sea to create herbal remedies, botanical body care, and simple wellness tools by hand. More than a workshop, it is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature, and remember that care and healing can often begin with the simplest ingredients and rituals.