Two Truths and a Lie: Buddhist Food Today Through a Cooking Project by Ella Biehn

Introduction & Methodology: Buddhist Triptych It is undeniable that part of the appeal of Buddhist cuisine today is its appeal to authenticity. The popularity of Buddhist monk- or nun-chefs, as well as Buddhist-themed cooking shows, speaks to this. In one sense, Buddhist cooking is indeed quite “authentic” to East Asia. Buddhist food, cooking styles, and … Read more