Author Description

Join Kurma Dasa on his journey from chilly London birth ward to steamy Bengal jungle temples in his seventh book, Kitchen Religion and Other Tales. Read of his arrests and incarceration in one of Australia’s most notorious high security prisons, his TV appearances, world cookery tours, terrorist attacks, a plethora of published cookbooks, and many stops on the way. In this rich feast of stories from his extraordinary and sometimes quirky life of culinary adventure, Kurma takes us on a whirlwind voyage towards transcendence — the road less traveled. Kurma Dasa shares juicy morsels in a very unique book – this one, a memoir with a difference. You’ll find history, practical applications of yoga principles, food science, and even recipes! Kurma gives us unabashedly honest stories told with warmth, humour, and spiritual insight. “A journey infused with devotion, humour, and the fragrance of sanctified cooking.” —His Holiness Yadunandana Swami “Not only does Kurma’s cooking have extraordinary taste, but so also does his writing. A fascinating historical narration… Not to be missed!” —Sravaniva devi dasi ACBSP, author, publisher, yoga teacher “I am intrigued and impressed! Kurma has a spirited story to tell, delivered with rare integrity. It will quickly find a place in your heart and on the bookshelf.” —Malati devi dasi ACBSP, early disciple “What a book! A biography, history…some philosophy, some great recipes and even health tips—all rolled into one informative and humorous reading journey.” —Siddhanta dasa ACBSP, ITV Productions, Prabhupada Memories videos and books “A rich and heartfelt feast…marvelous reflections that reveal the inner joy, discipline, and transcendence found in the preparation of Krishna prasadam.” —Gopati dasa ACBSP, chef, author, plant-based food expert “Through the pages of Kitchen Religion and Other Tales, we join Kurma prabhu on his great transcendental adventure. And we find his honesty,