NEXT RETREAT IS FEBRUARY 9, 2026!

Want to attend?

NOMINATE A CHEF FOR THE RETREAT

(or sign up yourself)

Our retreats are designed for chefs who give everything to this industry and rarely get a moment to breathe.
If you know a chef who deserves rest, support, and a community that understands what they carry—this is their chance.

Nominate a chef you admire, or step forward yourself.
Spots are limited, and each retreat is intentionally intimate so every chef can be seen, heard, and supported.

If you need this… or if someone you love does…
We want to welcome you behind the apron.

CHEF INTEREST FORM

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SPONSOR A CHEF

Give a chef the one thing this industry rarely offers:
rest, support, and a place to breathe.

Our retreats are where chefs are cared for—not consumed.
A space to be seen, heard, and genuinely restored.

It costs roughly $250–$300 to send one chef to a retreat, and we’re committed to making sure every chef attends for free.

If you can help cover a spot, you’re not just sponsoring a retreat…
You’re giving someone the chance to heal.

Will you sponsor a chef today?

SPONSOR A CHEF, AN ACTIVITY OR THE ENTIRE RETREAT!

✨ Our First Aprons Off! Retreat Was An Absolute Success! ✨

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What Made It Special

Yes, Chef! Behind the Apron™️ Aprons Off! Retreat Our inaugural retreat created a safe, freeing space for culinary professionals to breathe, connect, and truly be themselves beyond the kitchen.

Community Building: Chefs shared camaraderie, deep conversations, and belly laughs
Mental Health Focus: Therapy, education, and support in a judgment-free environment
Holistic Wellness: Healing massage therapy and laughter yoga
Authentic Connection: A space where it's okay to not be okay

Partner Acknowledgments

Special Thanks To Our Amazing Partners:

Pam & David Anderson - Copper House Events (Beautiful venue hosting)
Professional Massage Therapists - Healing touch and relaxation
Alexa Fong Drubay - Laughter Yoga sessions
Maureen & Amie - St. Luke's Penn Foundation (Mental health support & education)

Mission Statement

"The culinary world can be intense, isolating, and overwhelming — but together, we're breaking down walls, supporting one another, and building a community of resilience and joy."

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