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Vegan into Autumn: Culinary Delights with Food Blogger Bianca Zapatka at TUI MAGIC LIFE Bodrum
From 21 to 29 October 2025, TUI MAGIC LIFE Bodrum will highlight two of the most inspiring travel trends of the moment – plant-based cuisine and holistic wellness. Guests can look forward to creative, seasonal dishes prepared from fresh, locally sourced ingredients such as legumes, tofu and seitan. Complemented by yoga sessions and relaxation formats, the event week promises an energising balance of flavour, mindfulness and renewal.
Culinary creativity with Bianca Zapatka
A special highlight of the week will be the appearance of Bianca Zapatka, renowned food blogger and bestselling author, who will share her passion for vegan cooking directly with guests. With over 700,000 Instagram followers and one of Germany’s most influential vegan blogs, Zapatka has inspired a new generation to explore plant-based living. Her eight cookbooks – including the bestsellers Vegan Foodporn and Vegan & Easy – have helped make vegan cuisine both accessible and exciting.
During her stay at TUI MAGIC LIFE Bodrum, Bianca Zapatka will host two interactive cooking workshops, inviting guests to discover and prepare imaginative vegan creations. In addition, her signature dishes will be featured exclusively in the main restaurant throughout the event week.
A week for all the senses
Beyond its culinary focus, the Vegan Week offers a rich and varied programme: Body & Mind sessions, sports activities and vibrant party nights ensure that every day combines relaxation, movement and celebration.
“With this themed week, we want to show our guests how diverse and surprising plant-based cuisine can be – without any sense of sacrifice, but with an abundance of pleasure,” says Utku Çelebi, General Manager of TUI MAGIC LIFE Bodrum. “We are especially proud to welcome Bianca Zapatka as such a creative and inspiring ambassador for this event and for our club.”
Vegan cuisine as part of the TUI MAGIC LIFE philosophy
Since early 2025, all à la carte restaurants at TUI MAGIC LIFE clubs have featured at least one specially curated vegan menu, including innovative creations such as a vegan Adana kebab made from oyster mushrooms, celebrated for their rich umami flavour. With its dedicated Vegan Week, TUI MAGIC LIFE once again proves that enjoyment, lifestyle and conscious travel can come together in perfect harmony.
Further information about the event can be found here.
Image Credit: © TUI Group
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