Monks, Nuns & Mystics

In many cultures across the globe, food is closely intertwined with spirituality and religion. The Passover seder celebrates the exodus of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. The Muslim feast of Eid al-Fitr marks the end of a month-long fast, with families gathering for a large celebratory meal. And the Christian gospels contain stories of Jesus breaking bread, multiplying loaves and fishes, and turning water into wine. On this week’s show, we meditate on the elemental link between food and faith.

Book, Cookbooks, Dining, Food, HistoryPoppy TookerMarch 7, 2025Poppy Tooker, Louisiana Eats!, Lousiana Eats, Eid al-Fitr, Jody Eddy, Elysian Kitchens, Elysian Kitchens: Recipes Inspired by the Traditions and Tastes of the World's Sacred Spaces, Drepung Gomang Monastery, Sacred Arts TourComment

Spiritual Foodways

No one needs to explain the spiritual aspect of cooking to Louisianans. For generations, the thoughtful preparation and service of food has been our way of loving people and building community. This week, we take a look at folks all around the world who also take a spiritual and community-based approach to food.

Book, Cookbooks, Dining, Food, History, TravelPoppy TookerDecember 14, 2024Jody Eddy, Elysian Kitchens, mirlitons, Dr. Lance Hill, Poppy tooker, Louisiana EatsComment

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