ELENA V.
I’ve been to Kalimeta several times, both as a guest and as a vegan chef for their events, and it’s one of the few places where I’ve felt completely at ease. Set among lush greenery, the unusual building has clean, simple rooms that are still comfortable. The plant-based food is fresh and carefully made, often with organic or local ingredients. You can see what the management and caretakers, led by Vít Sekerka, are trying to create: a small taste of a better world. There’s plenty to enjoy outside the program too, from morning yoga or watching stars on the rooftop to homemade bread and a picnic in the nearby forest. The music events are great as well. If you’re working on yourself, or want to host a meaningful event or simply unwind, Kalimeta is a hidden gem with an idyllic setting that can help you feel renewed. One of my favourite vegan event hotels.

