Cacao Ceremony or Circle

A cacao ceremony is a contemporary ritual inspired by the wisdom of the ancient people from Mesoamerica, for whom cacao played an important role in their culture and spiritual life. Traditionally, cacao was used in different social and ceremonial contexts, associated with connection, sharing, and relationship with the sacred.

Pure cacao is prepared with intention, usually with water and spices, and shared as a way to create a space for presence, connection, and inner listening. Cacao contains natural compounds that can have a gentle stimulating effect, and many people enjoy the experience as a way to feel more present, awake, and receptive.

Today, the term cacao ceremony is relatively recent, and there is no single way to practice one. The content and structure can vary depending on the person facilitating the ritual, their training, and the traditions or practices they incorporate.

In a cacao circle, we usually sit together in community and create a space to set intentions, meditate, sing, share words, listen to music, or experience a sound immersion or sound bath. Every gathering is different, but the intention is to create a conscious pause in the middle of our fast-paced modern lives.

A cacao ritual can become a moment to reconnect with yourself, with others, and with nature. A space for listening, sharing, and creating meaningful connections through presence and the heart.

Rather than following a fixed formula, for me a cacao ceremony is an experience of community: a warm and welcoming gathering where we can slow down, let go of the demands of everyday life for a moment, and simply be present.

Come with an open heart and mind, and allow cacao to surprise you.

My journey with Cacao

Six years ago, I felt deeply called to this spiritual practice. Since then, I have dedicated a lot of time and energy to learning about cacao and the art of preparing it consciously and with intention.

I have learned through my own reading, practice, and experience, but I have also had the opportunity to learn from people with experience and knowledge rooted in their own traditions, including Abuelita Ana Luisa Solís Gil from Mexico, Tata Izaias S. Mendoza from Guatemala and Anthropologist Alejandro Cerda Alvar from Mexico.

This journey has taught me the importance of approaching cacao with respect, humility, and awareness of its cultural roots.

Today, with a lot of love and respect for cacao, its origins, and the cultures that have kept this knowledge alive, I also facilitate and organize cacao rituals in Puerto Escondido, Mexico.

I believe in creating contemporary spaces that honor the origins of cacao without pretending to represent a tradition that does not belong to me.

Cacao ceremonies in Puerto Escondido

If you feel curious about experiencing a cacao ceremony, cacao circle, or spiritual gathering in Puerto Escondido, you can discover my upcoming events here.

You can also book a private cacao ceremony to share with your friends, your partner, or a special group.

A space to pause, connect, and share.
With cacao, sound, intention, and community.