Through centuries, great masters of science and philosophy have interpreted and defined life in myriad ways. According to Ayurveda, ayu or life is an orchestra of body, senses, mind and soul. For sweet music to flow, the body and the senses have to be nurtured in a way that they take care of the mind and soul. Balance, moderation and compatibility are the grand conductors of this heavenly orchestra that steer life away from sickness and suffering, thus leading to a well-lived life of happiness and contentment, or Sukham Ayu. This collection of recipes consists of daily, simple, vegetarian dishes that all Indian homes are familiar with. A closer look will reveal the fine thread of Ayurvedic insights binding them together, for what makes food healthy and 'Ayurvedic' is proper combinations, compatibility and methods of cooking. These recipes have been included with a clear focus on freshly cooked food, on the correct use of spices to enhance taste and good health, on the right combinations that make them tridoshik, or 'agreeable to all doshas'.

Awarded "Best Vegetarian Book in the World 2006 by the prestigious Gourmand awards, this cookbook features more than 60 traditional vegetarian recipes. It is a tribute to an illustrious Indian Grandmother, Mrs Subhadra Rau Parigi (aka Pedatha). She was the daughter of India s former President Bharat Ratna Dr. V V Giri. Her recipes, much sought after by friends and relatives, retain the regional flavours of Andhra Pradesh, a state of India known for its delicious chilli-hot food. Intrigued by her passion which had not diminished with age, Jigyasa and Pratibha took the initiative to record this culinary legacy for posterity. Some special features of this book are: Traditional recipes with interesting variations, Guidelines for tempering or tadka, Vegetarian meal plans, Photo glossary of spices, lentils and vegetables, Exquisite food photography, and Special tips by Pedatha throughout the book. Recipe sections are divided into Chutneys (Pachchadi), Powders (Podi), Rice (Annam), Vegetables (Koora), Dals (Pappu, Chaaru), Yogurt (Perugu), Sweets (Theepi), and Crispies (Vadiyalu). With attention to detail and an easy-to-follow format, the book is a treat to the novice as well as the veteran. The excellent photography & layout add to the aesthetic appeal of this tribute coffee table book.

Researched by the authors at a fabulous Ayurvedic establishment known as KARE in the hills near Pune, India, this beautiful cookbook brings Ayurveda in a friendly manner into our kitchens. It features daily, simple, vegetarian Indian recipes that all Indian homes are familiar with. Slight variations and unobtrusive additions and deletions to daily cooking, along with Ayurvedic insights, make these recipes worth trying. Short chapters on Ayurvedic insights such as proper combinations, compatibility and methods of cooking are interspersed in the book. There is a clear focus on freshly cooked food, on the correct use of spices to enhance taste and good health, on the right combinations that make them tridoshik, or agreeable to all doshas.

A truly integrated collection of research, Connecting Indian Wisdom and Western Science: Plant Usage for Nutrition and Health compares Ayurvedic and Western conceptions of wellness, healthy lifestyle, and diet. Examining the phyto-pharmacological, phytochemical, clinical, ethnobotanical, sociocultural, and biomedical approaches to plant- and herb-b

Nandita is a third generation chef. Having hosted dozens of private dinner events in Atlanta and Los Angeles, she embarked on writing her first cookbook ‘A Dozen Ways…’ through which she shares 130 decadent, delicate, elegant, flavorful and healthy dishes in 12 elaborate multi-course meals that can be effortlessly created by all. This Kickstarter® featured book was supported by enthusiasts from all corners of the globe. ‘A Dozen Ways…’ is an entertaining cookbook, which packs everything one could need for a single-cookbook to make a fabulous dinner – from recipes, table settings, crafts and supplemental reading, to shopping cheat-sheets, weeknight adaptations and practical tips on effortless and memorable feasts.

Crack the Code: Cook Any Indian Meal With Confidence is a pioneering workbook styled cookbook that demystifies the seemingly complex processes involved in creating a well-balanced Indian dish. This book translates practical cooking advice from many generations of chefs from within Nandita’s family into a simple structured approach about how to craft a well seasoned Indian dish. It shares information about the fundamental building blocks of the Indian cuisine, provides sample recipes within its content to illustrate the methods, and eliminates any fear associated with cooking Indian food – the single biggest reservation in the true appreciation of a vibrant, flavorful and healthy cuisine. The two dozen simple practice recipes showcase the role of spices and ingredients and highlights the patterns of balancing and layering flavors. It includes quick notes on health benefits of using specific spices. Most notably, it shows the reader how to build essential taste profiles for an authentic dining experience. Whether it is a comfort meal or feast, a side dish, one-pot-meal or an easy decadent dessert, Crack the Code includes several quintessentially Indian and Indian inspired recipes. Recipes are chosen from Nandita’s own family kitchen, who keeps family health at the forefront of her cooking as shown in these recipes as well. This expanded edition was made possible, thanks to the support of a large and generous Kickstarter community. The edition is greatly enhanced for visual quality and ease of reading.

Translational Ayurveda is the implementation of translational medicine ideas taking into account Ayuraveda’s unique health care principles and their application in patient care. This book addresses various domains of Ayurveda, discussing its fundamentals and clinical practice in terms of the various modalities available, and offering deep insights into what is actually described in the classical Ayurveda texts. It also explores the public health impacts of such classical thoughts from a completely new angle. In Ayurveda, there are huge gaps between knowledge and its practical application. The book identifies these gaps to provide a new perspective on Ayurvedic wisdom in light of contemporary scientific advances.