# 5 Achieving Balance: A4-Part Ayurvedic Workshop (NEW RECIPES)
lecture and hands-on cooking class

Born in India millennia ago, Ayurveda is one of the oldest prevention-oriented systems of health care which offers a complete way of life and a finely-tuned system of natural medicine based on harmony and balance. Guided by Chef and Ayurveda Instructor, Richard LaMarita, you will start each session with a lecture and interactive discussion based on fundamental principles of Ayurveda including consciousness, mind/body health, the theory of food and digestion, balancing and planning a menu, cooking techniques, and identification of the various doshas (body types). In each session you will prepare a delicious, carefully-balanced meal to enjoy together.

Session 1: Vegetable Sambar with Naan, Curried Okra with Tomatoes, Indian Rice Pudding, and Chai Tea.

Session 2: Sweet Potato & Apple Soup with Chipotle, Pumpkin Corn Cakes, Guacamole, and Maple Flan.

Session 3: Saag Panir, Spiced Coconut Pilaf with Cardamom and Clove, Fennel-Scented Urad Dhal, and Lightly Sweetened Hung Yogurt with Cashews and Raisins.

Session 4: Saffron Risotto with Roasted Tomatoes & Pine Nuts, Grilled Tempeh (or Chicken Breast) with Tahini-Yogurt Sauce, Braised Artichokes with Lemon and Roasted Garlic, and Poached Pears in Red Wine Reduction.

(Some organic dairy, wine in one dessert, and optional organic chicken will be used.)

4 Saturdays, February 27, March 6, 13, & 20, 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Richard LaMarita
Fee for entire series: $440