EVENING EQUINOX CACAO CIRCLE

The Autumn Equinox Cacao Gathering

Honouring the Earth through the wisdom of Mexican cacao

As summer gives way to autumn, nature reminds us that every season carries its own invitation.

The Autumn Equinox is a moment of balance—when day and night stand in perfect harmony. Across cultures, it has long been honoured as a time to pause, give thanks for the harvest, and prepare for the quieter months ahead.

Join us for an intimate evening of traditional Mexican cacao, inspired by the Maya worldview of Yucatán and the teachings shared with Frido by Abuelo Efrén Maldonado.

Rather than simply drinking cacao, we’ll explore its cultural roots through stories, mythology and el tejido de la palabra the weaving of conversation that has carried this wisdom through generations.

Together, we’ll create a collective altar to honour the Earth, the changing season, and the relationships that sustain life. Each person will bring a small natural offering, reminding us that community is built through what each of us contributes.

This gathering is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience cacao through the lens of reciprocity, gratitude and belonging.

What is Included

• Traditional Mexican cacao
•  Creating a collective altar together
•  An introduction to the Maya worldview of Yucatán
•  Reflections on the Autumn Equinox
• Stories, mythology and the cultural history of cacao
• Guided conversation (el tejido de la palabra)
•  A welcoming and intimate community gathering

What to Bring

Please bring a small natural offering for our collective altar.

This could be:

• A flower

• Leaves

• Seeds

• Fruit

• Herbs

Or another meaningful gift from nature.Together, these offerings become an expression of gratitude and a reminder that every community begins with reciprocity.

We also recommend bringing:

• Comfortable clothing a jumper, shawl or jacket and good shoes as we hope to have part of the workshop outside in nature. 

• A journal and pen 

• An open heart and a curious mind

Meet Your Host

The evening is guided by Diego Lugo, founder of Frido Education, astrologer and educator with more than 10 years of experience helping people understand the symbolic language of the sky and the human experience.

Diego has facilitated workshops, lectures and experiences in museums, embassies, wellness festivals and educational institutions, bringing together astrology, Mexican cacao and cultural storytelling in a way that is both accessible and deeply meaningful.

Co‑hosted by Francesca, a herbalist, medical astrologer, and long‑time custodian of cacao. Her work blends earth medicine, astrological guidance, and heart‑led ritual to create a space where you feel held, understood, and gently supported.

Venue details will be sent to all guests before the event, along with directions and everything you need to know to find the location with ease.

Continue Your Journey

Your journey doesn’t end here.

As a guest of this gathering, you’ll receive exclusive community offers:

20% off a Private Astrology Consultation with Diego Lugo
Discover deeper insight into your natal chart and current life cycles.

10% off all Frido Cacao Ritual Kits
Bring your ritual practice home with our ceremonial cacao collection.

20% off a Private 1:1 Session with Francesca Rodrigues
Choose from:

• Medical Astrology Health Reading & Personalised Health Protocol
• Personalised Autumn Herbal Detox program
• Hypnotherapy & Shadow Natal Chart Reading
• Private Yoga, Reiki or Kundalini Activation Session

We look forward to supporting your journey

Spaces are intentionally limited to create an intimate and meaningful gathering. We can welcome up to 12 guests indoors, allowing everyone the opportunity to connect, share and contribute to the circle.

Once those places are filled, we'll open a waiting list. If the weather is on our side, we'll gather outdoors around the fire and release additional spaces that week, welcoming more of our community to join us.

This gathering is open to all ages, because every generation has a place around the circle, and each of us plays a part in building a thriving community.

We look forward to welcoming you into the circle. 

TERMS, LIABILITY & CONSENT

By purchasing a ticket and attending this retreat, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• All practices, workshops and information shared throughout the day are provided for educational purposes and to support general wellbeing. They are not intended to diagnose, treat or replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional.

• If you have any medical conditions, injuries, are pregnant, or have concerns regarding movement, breathwork or herbal preparations, you are responsible for consulting your healthcare practitioner before attending.

• You participate in all activities, including yoga, breathwork, meditation, herbal remedy making and energy practices, entirely at your own discretion and risk.

• You agree to listen to your body throughout the day and to modify, pause or stop any practice should you experience discomfort.

• The organisers and facilitators accept no responsibility for any injury, illness, allergic reaction, loss or damage that may occur during or following the retreat, except where required by law.

• By attending the retreat, you grant permission for photographs and video footage to be taken throughout the day. These images and recordings may be used for our website, social media, newsletters and future promotional material. If you would prefer not to appear in photographs or videos, please let us know before the retreat begins and we will always do our best to accommodate your request.

• By completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted these terms and conditions.

Location

Meadow Lodge, Shelford, near Cambridge