Cooking With Consciousness For Body, Mind and Soul
January 26th-28th, 2007

"Ayurvedic concepts of nutrition come directly from nature. It allows us to eat a balanced diet, guided by our own instincts and knowledge of our body types without turning nutrition into an intellectual headache and even more interesting is the effect different foods have on our state of being."
- Deepak Chopra from his book Perfect Health

If you’ve always wanted to learn to create dishes that are as delicious as they are healthy then join us for this intensive weekend retreat introducing the Art and Science of Ayurvedic Cooking. n this class Elaine Dodson will demonstrate how to create exquisite vegetarian Indian meals featuring exotic tastes, aromas, textures, and colors. Recipes include sumptuous vegetable dishes, rice preparations, delicious protein rich soups known as dhal, Indian condiments such as yogurt raita, and various chutneys traditionally used to enhance the flavor of the meal.

"Ayurvedic concepts of nutrition come directly from nature. It allows us to eat a balanced diet, guided by our own instincts and knowledge of our body types without turning nutrition into an intellectual headache and even more interesting is the effect different foods have on our state of being."
-Deepak Chopra from his book Perfect Health

In this class you will learn exquisite vegetarian Indian recipes featuring exotic tastes, aromas, textures, and colors. Including sumptuous vegetable dishes, rice preparations, delicious protein rich soups known as dhal, and Indian condiments such as yogurt raita, and various chutneys used to enhance the flavor of the meal. These subtle spices and aromas play a vital role in bringing us to a deeper level of fulfillment and satisfaction. You will learn that each of us fits into one of three body types (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). With this knowledge you will be able to prepare and enjoy food with sacred awareness for the highest benefit of your overall constitution mind, body, and soul. Reserve By Signing Up Now.

"Eat that which is good for one's blood, one's health, one's mind, one's brain and one's general well being"
- The Yoga Of Discipline, Swami Chidvilasananda (Gurumayi)


Get away from the city sounds and experience a spiritual cooking extravaganza hosted at the Double J Ranch in Mineral Wells, just 1 1/2 hours from Dallas, This rustic Old Mexico style hacienda overlooking the Brazos River is surrounded by awe-inspiring nature. The facility dates back to the 1940’s and has hosted many celebrities John Wayne, Bette Davis, and Ronald and Nancy Reagan. It was recently purchased by new owners and is being renovated and restored as a retreat center

Reserve By Signing Up Now. This event is strictly limited to twenty participants only, so contact us right away to confirm your space. Bring a friend and get $50.00 discount!