The Macrobiotic Network of New Zealand introduces The Macrobiotic Way towards achieving “One Peaceful World”

The Macrobiotic Network of New Zealand
Introduces: The Macrobiotic Way towards achieving

"One Peaceful World"

Under the guidance of Mr Bevan Kaan
Master Chef

Take an organic approach to the twenty-first centuary
Macrobiotic cooking workshops with Master Chef Bevan Kaan

The New Zealand Health Network
http://www.nzhealth.net.nz

Macrobiotic cooking is a comprehensive, simple and direct way to simultaneously compliment the well being of yourself, others and indeed the total environment. These workshops are designed to provide you with "good taste" and to experience the many organic and natural foods and modes of preparation enjoyed in the context of a macrobiotic diet. Practical techniques and knowledge are demonstrated so that you may learn the way of macrobiotic cooking together with others.
Regular classes are available throughout the year . Come prepared for an unforgettable experience of interactive demonstrations. You get to eat and feel the fine food we prepare during the classes. The Macrobiotic Network also provides week-end retreats. One on help/healing. Private catering. And also the very popular Tao Te Kai lunch/dinner feasts. Contact Palmbeach@ihug,co.nz or phone 0272961655.

Limited numbers ensure individual care, come prepared for an unforgettable experience of interactive demonstration and dinner. The required investment is $180.00 and a student/community card discount is available.

The Macrobiotic Network of New Zealand also provides: One Peaceful World dinners every Friday for you to experience the enjoyment of food and people involved in creating One Peaceful World. Booking for these dinners is essential by Thursday as space is limited. Also on offer are: private and group workshops (useful for people dealing with many debilitating diseases), an organic catering service as well as Shiatsu therapy by NZ chartered practitioners. For all bookings and enquiries call 09 8108221

What is personal balance ? How can it be achieved?

A balanced diet consists of:

Organic Produce - as much as possible, 100% seasonal foods locally grown or at the very least produced in a climate similar to where you live
Whole Grains - 50%-60% daily intake
Pulse/Beans and bean products, 10%
Vegetables - root, round ground, leafy green 30%-40%
Sea Vegetables 5%
Fish once or twice a week if desired
Other animal products - small volume but only if fueled by a pressing desire and then not every day
Pickles and other condiments with each meal for individual balance
Naturally sweet deserts and sweets, fruits etc. 5%

Achieve balance by following these precepts:

Prepare foods as fresh as possible using a variety of cooking methods and include raw foods
Generally during cooler months prepare more cooked foods with longer cooking times
During warmer months less cooked foods, use shorter cooking times and include more raw foods
Five flavours must be present at each meal no matter how simple
Use high quality cook ware - cast iron, stainless, enameled iron etc
Avoid plastic as much as possible, do not use aluminium cook ware
Never waste food - use compost systems
Chew Chew Chew Chew

An Example Menue (Auckland, early winter)

Miso Soup - Kelp, Oak Mushrooms, Onion and Cauliflower

Barley and Brown Rice
Tofu marinated with Garlic Miso Paste
Roasted Beetroot and Parsnip
Steamed Broccoli and Tahini Sauce
Pickled Carrot and Cabbage Salad
Roll. Green salad
Toasted Karengo Fronds

Dessert

Mochi Waffle
Apple Kanten
Black Doris Plums
Candied Walnuts