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The Mystic Cookbook: The Secret Alchemy of Foodby Denise Linn, Meadow LinnEnglish | 2012 | ISBN: 1401937225 | PDF | pages: 312 | 43,4 mb Video presentationProvocative and insightful, this eclectic, inspiring, and beautiful book will open your eyes to the remarkable link between nourishment and spiritual awakening. Filled with ancient wisdom, practical advice, personal anecdotes, vibrant ceremonies, and original dishes lavishly illustrated with color photographs, The Mystic Cookbook brings to life a wealth of recipes and a myriad of experiences from places as far-reaching as Mexico, Italy, Vietnam, France, North Africa, and India—as well as from mystical, legendary, and mythic realms.You’ll also discover how to increase the vibration of the food you eat to heighten conscious awareness; use food to open your chakras; trigger past-life memories with aroma; invite fairies and angels for dinner; travel through time and space from the comfort of your dining table; create feasts to activate abundance, success, and love . . . plus much more! In Denise Linn and Meadow Linn’s extraordinary book, learn little-known secrets about the food you eat and how it can mystically transform your life!Editorial Reviews“We can connect with nature, spirit, and family through the food and the ritual behind the food we eat daily. Read this and see how you can transform your life through the simple act of cooking and eating!”— Mariel Hemingway, actress and author of Mariel’s Kitchen“This is a charming cookbook, written from a quirky and original point of view. Mothers and daughters should love it but, more important, it taps into something I have always believed—that cooking is the only remaining socially acceptable form of alchemy.”— Joanne Harris, best-selling author of Chocolat“Oh, what a delight of a book. Combining beauty, flavor, and spirit into a daily sacrament called cooking and eating. Now that is what I call holy.”— Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of the New York Times bestseller Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom“The Mystic Cookbook is a delicious, brilliant, and captivating book that elevates preparing and eating food to the realm of the magical, mystical, and sacred. . . . It has forever changed the way I view, cook, and ingest food.”— Arielle Ford, best-selling author of Wabi Sabi Love“Food isn’t just nourishment, it is the thread that connects us to each other and to the earth. In The Mystic Cookbook, Meadow and Denise Linn explore that thread as a source of spiritual learning and well-being. . . . It is a tenderhearted collaboration that sustains both belly and spirit.”— Josh Viertel, sustainable food activist and former president of Slow Food USA“The Mystic Cookbook is a delicious feast in a deep and soulful way. Filled with recipes, rituals, and endless reasons to fall in love with cooking and eating, you’ll be nourished by a whole new spiritual relationship with food. . . . I loved every bite of this book!”— Cheryl Richardson, New York Times best-selling author of The Art of Extreme Self-Care“The Mystic Cookbook is absolutely enchanting. Beyond that, it’s an outrageously clever way to incorporate knowledge about nutrition, spiritual rituals, and your health. This book belongs on everyone’s bookshelf.”— Caroline Myss, New York Times best-selling author of Defy Gravity and Sacred Contracts“In a culture that is perennially starved of the sacred, this book is a feast for the soul. . . . Denise and Meadow give us simple recipes to transform the preparing and eating of food into a celebration of life and spirit.”— Sarah Brightwood Szekely, president of La Cocina Que Canta, Rancho La Puerta’s Culinary Center and Organic Farm“You’ll not only discover amazing recipes in The Mystic Cookbook, but you may even find yourself.”— James F. Twyman, author of Love, God, and the Art of French Cooking“I love how Denise and Meadow have shared their culinary talents to help everyone change the way that they look at and experience food. It’s so insightful and has had a powerful impact on me.”— Lisa Williams, psychic, healer, and star of two Lifetime television series “Meadow’s recipes are sure to delight the taste buds, as she and Denise weave the deep wisdom and truth of our mystical relationship between our food and our selves. The world is hungry for such a book! Savor its magic and try to resist the urge to gobble up its pages in one sitting.”— Colette Baron-Reid, author of the international bestseller The Map“Denise and Meadow have written a guide to achieving delicious good health that’s empowering, nourishing, and sure to inspire your journey.”— Terry Walters, author of Clean Food“Meadow and Denise’s book opens a new world on how to think, love, enjoy, and even heal yourself on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level, with one of the most enjoyable things in life—real delicious food!”— Laura Lynn Klein, co-founder and publisher of OrganicAuthority.com and TV host“Denise and her daughter Meadow have cooked up the perfect book to awaken us to what real nourishment is all about, providing healthful, delicious recipes that nurture both body and soul.”— Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., best-selling author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind“Denise and Meadow Linn have written a thought-provoking and intriguing spiritual cookbook that will transform how and what you eat. Infused with ancient and modern wisdom, The Mystic Cookbook will inspire you to better health.”— Brian L. Weiss, M.D., author of Many Lives, Many Masters“The Mystic Cookbook takes the idea that you actually are all of what you eat, and runs with it. . . . As a bonus, the Linns have created a solid cookbook packed with deliciously eclectic feasts, practical advice, passion, and creativity.”— Chef Deborah Schneider, author of Cooking with the Seasons at Rancho La Puerta“The Mystic Cookbook transforms our relationship with food from ordinary to extraordinary. Denise and Meadow Linn offer us a sumptuous feast of ways to soulfully bless and be nurtured by the abundant bounty of Mother Earth.”— Terah Kathryn Collins, best-selling author of The Western Guide to Feng Shui“There are many ways to delve deeper into the soul, and the food you eat can be one catalyst to discover and face the hidden parts of your being. This book opens the door to using the deeper energies of food for healing and transformation.”— Debbie Ford, best-selling author of The Dark Side of the Light Chasers“The diverse recipes read with ease, honesty, and accessibility. And they are delightfully delicious! . . . Meadow and Denise remind us that food—how we prepare it, how we enjoy it—can take us on a truly magical journey.”— Samantha Barnes, founder of Kitchen Kid“This book has created a seismic shift in me, and I don’t think I’ll ever be able to prepare a meal again without creating the right space and holding a specific intention as I chop, cook, and serve.”— David R. Hamilton Ph.D., best-selling author of How Your Mind Can Heal Your Body“The Mystic Cookbook is an invitation to infuse our food and eating with conscious awareness—it’s the missing piece of the food revolution that’s under way.”— Danielle LaPorte, author of The Fire Starter Sessions“This wonderful book celebrates the holy energy of food and how it blesses the body. . . . A totally enjoyable, joyful read!”— Judith Orloff, M.D., best-selling author of Positive Energy“The Mystic Cookbook is a tour de force in mindful cooking and mindful eating.”— Brand Fortner, Ph.D., author of Number by Colors“In this scrumptiously enlightening book, Denise Linn and Meadow Linn show us that what we eat has the profound power to shift not only our personal energy, but also the very essence of our planet.”— Sandra Anne Taylor, New York Times best-selling author of Quantum Success“Meet your inner chef. Eat what you love. Create a Kitchen Altar. . . . The Mystic Cookbook serves up a feast on every page—I love it!”— Robert Holden, Ph.D., author of Be Happy“Whether you love to cook or love to eat, this ultimate guide to transcendent and ecstatic culinary experiences will transform your relationship with food.”— Barbara Carrellas, author of Ecstasy Is Necessary“Finally, a book on how the energy in food nourishes us! . . . You will think differently about your food after you read this and rise to a whole new level of dining!”— Alan Cohen, author of Enough Already: The Power of Radical Contentment“Just when we thought eating was just for the body, Denise Linn and her daughter Meadow show us that it’s so much more than that . . . and in ways we never imagined! The Mystic Cookbook is not an ordinary cookbook—it’s actually food for the soul!”— John Holland, psychic medium and author of Born Knowing and The Spirit Whisperer“The Mystic Cookbook is so much more than a cookbook or simply a mystic read . . . it’s a celebration of life on every level!”— Lisa McCourt, joy trainer and author of Juicy Joy“Denise and Meadow remind us that our relationship to food is an incredible path to living and eating holistically. If you are calling in a conscious connection to food on every level . . . run, don’t walk, and get this book!”— Cynthia James author of What Will Set You Free“Appreciating the subtle and yet extreme relationship between the food we eat and the health of our bodies is crucial to living a conscious life. . . . This is more than a delicious book—it’s a way to deeply love yourself!”— Dr. Darren R. Weissman, best-selling author The Power of Infinite Love & Gratitude“The Mystic Cookbook combines Denise’s imagination and connection with sacred rituals together with the culinary talent of her daughter Meadow in presenting meals that delight the senses in every way.”— Lynne Franks, futurist, author, and founder of SEED Women’s Empowerment Network“The Mystic Cookbook reminds us, with legend and anecdote, that our human fare is a powerful tool for making our lives ever so much richer. . . . You’ll love this book!”— Heather Fortner, author of The Limu Eater“Cooking is about transformation, and when done with love the results are awesome—you could say mystical—which is why I recommend The Mystic Cookbook.”— Babette Hayes, best-selling author of The Australian Cookbook“Denise and Meadow Linn take the reader on a journey to experience the secret alchemy of food—from its initial preparation to its delicious enjoyment. I love this book!”— Catriona MacGregor, award-winning author of Partnering with Nature“We all come into this world with a spiritual and physical appetite. This book satisfies both.”— Leon Nacson, author of A Stream of Dreams“The Mystic Cookbook was a joy for me to read as I resonated deeply with the principles shared and shall be referring to it over and over!”— Anita Moorjani, author of Dying to Be Me“Pure enchantment! This unique culinary journey will deliver delight and ecstasy to your taste buds, energy and balance to your body, and joy and love to your precious spirit.”— Denise Marek, author of CALM and co-author of The Keys “The recipes and wisdom within these pages will satisfy even the hungriest of souls.”—       Michael J. Chase, author of am I being kind“From the energetic properties of food to the importance of the feng shui and space clearing of your kitchen, this fascinating and thought-provoking book will teach you that how you eat is just as important as what you eat.”— Cathleen McCandless, author of Feng Shui That Makes Sense“This lovely book is refreshingly down-to-earth, yet amazingly heavenly. Beautiful food prepared with grace and eaten with gratitude is transforming. . . . It is truly love in action.”— Marika Borg, co-author of Every Day Is a Gift“This is truly a unique gem—for the spiritually minded or the foodie, and everyone in between! Let Denise and Meadow take you on their magic carpet to gastronomical heaven!”— Jackie Lapin, best-selling author of Practical Conscious Creation“The Mystic Cookbook is a sumptuous adventure into the ancient and sacred realm of preparing food, nourishing our bodies, and giving thanks.”— Amber Leigh Salisbury, author of Do Something That Scares You“Denise and Meadow Linn have created a ‘winning’ cookbook that will not only bring pleasure and vitality into your meals, but to your animal companion’s food as well. ‘Thumbs Up,’ make that ‘Paws Up!’ to The Mystic Cookbook!”— Kathy Dannel Vitcak, Jackpot! French Bulldogs and author of The French BulldogAbout the AuthorDenise Linn, the best-selling author of 17 books, including Sacred Space and Soul Coaching, is an international lecturer, a healer, and a popular radio talk-show host. She is the founder of the International Institute of Soul Coaching®, a professional certification course, as well as the founder of Interior Alignment®. Denise holds seminars on five continents and appears on television and radio programs throughout the world.Website: www.DeniseLinn.com Meadow Linn received her bachelor’s degree from Williams College and her master’s degree from Columbia University, and is the co-author of Quest. She writes a food and lifestyle column for a Seattle newspaper.Websites: www.MeadowLinn.com and www.TheMysticCookbook.comAmazon Top Customer Reviews5.0 out of 5 starsSo much more than a cookbook or simply a mystic read!By Lisa M on December 3, 2012Quote:The Mystic Cookbook is so much more than a cookbook or simply a mystic read . . . it’s a celebration of life on every level! Denise Linn’s signature charm and joy de vivre spring forth from the pages, and her daughter Meadow brings fresh warmth and enthusiasm to this compendium of yummy, wholesome recipes and wise mystic insight.We all eat. Every day. And this is one of those game-changing books that has the potential to forever alter the way you approach this perpetually-present aspect of your life. You’ll not only shift your views about food itself, but about the whole experience of obtaining, preparing, and enjoying food. For soul-spelunkers and spirituality-chasers, what could be more gratifying than a blueprint for creating an entire mindfulness practice around the ordinarily plebeian act of nourishing ourselves?Reading The Mystic Cookbook reminded me of Leo Tolstoy’s classic essay, What Is Art?, in which he asserts that an artist can’t help but “infect” his creation, and then the audience of that art is immediately infected by the contagious energy the artist has imbued it with. Not only is The Mystic Cookbook a gorgeous work of art in itself — one that most definitely has the energy of its two creators woven into every page . . . but this kind of alive, gorgeous energy is precisely what Denise and Meadow show you how to infuse into your meal preparation. Your meals are works of art, and you, as the artist, can create truly magical and transformative cuisine with the power of your vibrant, loving intention!The Mystic Cookbook is brimming with tantalizing photographs, seductive preparation rituals, and easy-to-follow recipes for fabulous dishes. It’s thoroughly infused with the grace, joy, and generosity of spirit of its authors . . . and no reader will escape becoming infected by the glorious energy of these two beautiful souls sharing their passion. I’d rave some more, but I can’t wait another second to give my newly-inspired culinary skills a whirl. Bon appetite to me!Lisa McCourt, Joy Trainer and author of Juicy Joy – 7 Simple Steps to Your Glorious, Gutsy Self5.0 out of 5 starsBringing the sacred to everyday lifeBy Allie Chee on December 6, 2012Quote:I’ve been studying traditional and alternative approaches to health for 20 years. I’m always looking for new and inspiring material–either to serve as fun reminders or for new ideas. The Mystic Cookbook takes us on a journey beyond “health food” and into the sacred joy of caring well for ourselves and others.The title of Chapter 3 is: Infusing Food with Spirit- Raising Your Consciousness One Bite At a Time. In a world of fast, faux, and GMO…raising our consciousness with every bite is just what the doctor ordered!Whether you’re in the mood just to try a new recipe, or you want to light a few candles and soak in a warm lavender salt bath with a great read–this is a book for you.Thank you, Denise & Meadow for this love manifesto!Allie CheeCertified TCM NutritionistAuthor, FREE LOVE- Everyday Ideas for Joyful Living & NEW MOTHER5.0 out of 5 starsRecipes for a great life!By LuAnn Cibik on December 11, 2012Quote:I have always loved Denise Linn’s books, as she writes from the heart, is down to earth and yet incredibly wise about life. I have had the pleasure of training with her personally and participating at retreats at her ranch in CA. This book is one she wrote with her amazingly talented daughter Meadow. And I was blessed to have many scrumptious meals created by Meadow while at the ranch. The fact that they teamed up to create a book about the energy of food is exactly what is needed in this world!Rather than a focus on calories or carbs or other restrictions, this book celebrates the energy of food. The nutritious and delicious recipes are easy to make, and the concepts of how to prepare the energy filled food (through kitchen feng shui, invoking your kitchen angels and oh so much more) make the creation of meals a sacred act! And I have experienced how foods made in the way taste better, and are more satisfying!In addition, this book is STUNNINGLY GORGEOUS!! The format is a banquet for the eyes, and really encourages the non-chef in you to make something beautiful to eat, and served in a sensuous and sacred setting, creates food that is enjoyed on many levels.If you are looking to experience life force chi at a deeper level, you need this book!I can’t wait for the Food Network to ask them to do a Mystic Cooking show!!5.0 out of 5 starsThe Mystic Cookbook: far more than a gorgeous cookbook – it’s an intriguing how-to to harness the “magic” in our worldBy Jeannette Bon Durant on December 29, 2012Quote:I love this book! Wow! Who wrote this unique and spiritually-focused cookbook? I felt compelled to look up more about the authors – Denise and Meadow Linn. I knew immediately that this extraordinary book would be traveling with me from the coffee table to the bed table with an occasional trip to the kitchen.I was drawn to the gorgeous cover of The Mystic Cookbook and especially to its intriguing subtitle, “the secret alchemy of food.” I was expecting an interesting read along with a bunch of recipes, but upon opening the book, each colorful and masterfully-designed page and its depth of wisdom simply blew me away!It is more of a “cookbook” about life perspective and connecting to the magic around us — offering a gateway for our spiritual journeys. Wonderful recipes…yes, but much more. The authors explain how infusing meals with intention can affect the mood and energy of those at the table (hmm…increase harmony or happiness; enhance romance, anyone?) and that what and how you eat can make a huge difference in your spiritual journey. Do you remember how your mother’s food tasted better than when someone else prepared the exact same recipe? Well, they say THAT is food infused with your mother’s love…true comfort food affecting you on a cellular level! Through practical exercises for meals and dining, and with revelations of ancient knowledge that have been recently supported by science, the book underscores the understanding that a viable life force surrounds and runs through all things — and that it is able to be harnessed by each of us for better health, happiness and growth. This power can be infused into your food for transformation.The 40+ recipes are easy-to-prepare with healthy natural foods. It has a number of dairy-free and gluten-free recipes, but the focus is on the broadest cross-section of diners seeking healthy (and perhaps magical) dishes. Many recipes are vegetarian, but the recipes are not completely suitable for vegans because some include the use of eggs. There also are a couple of wonderful salmon and chicken dishes.I’ve enjoyed several recipes so far. Call me crazy, but I felt a sparkly sense of happiness from them…it is real? Well, that is a principle of the wisdom shared by Denise Linn, an internationally-renowned author and speaker, who wrote the book with her daughter, Meadow Linn, a chef and food columnist. Denise, the author of 18 books including the best-selling “Sacred Space,” shares her spiritual knowledge and lifetime of training in native and ancient cultures — a journey that began following her near death experience and resulting awareness. Meadow brings great creativity and a reverence for the vibrancy of food, selecting specific foods and spices for their effects. Her approach to cooking is based on the wisdom of how it can magically transform your life on a cellular level.Recipes are interspersed throughout the text. There are a wide range of topics, a few of which include: the alchemy of color; the feng shui of your kitchen and dining space; law-of-attraction meals to invite abundance; musical pairing; creating vibrational harmony with communal cooking; mood-food connections; and using food as a trigger for joy, among many others. Even the preface and introduction were riveting to me. This delightful duo clearly writes from their hearts, and it shows in this visually beautiful and thought-provoking book. I believe it will fundamentally change how we all perceive food, meal preparation, and the energy field surrounding us.