"Mark Reinfeld’s Vegan Fusion World Cuisine is not only a culinary delight for vegetarians and vegans, it appeals to people who relish a meal that luxuriates the palate and satisfies the spirit. When I ate his Indian Dahl and desserts at the Blossoming Lotus restaurant, I was immediately transported to India because his recipes are so true to their origins."
"I wish The Blossoming Lotus great success. They make the most wonderful food with the greatest of heart and their cookbook is a beautiful gift for all of us interested in healthy living."
"There is much here that will encourage you and help you discover the sense of well being, wholeness and lightness that results from a vegetarian diet."
“I’ve
had the pleasure of eating at many of the finest vegan and vegetarian
restaurants. The Blossoming Lotus, in Kapaa, Kauai, is among my very
favorites. The food is superb, the ambiance is relaxing, and the overall
dining experience is marvelous.”
- John Robbins, author Diet For A New America,The Food Revolution, and Healthy At 100
"I love this book! Now we know that raw foods are able to take
complete idiots and turn them into total geniuses! Great recipes! Wow!"
“The Complete Idiots Guide to Eating Raw is ideal for anyone looking to seamlessly adopt eating habits that will benefit overall health and boost athletic performance.”
-Brendan Brazier, pro Ironman triathlete and best-selling author ofThe Thrive Diet
"Magnificent recipes for a life-giving, soul-centered cuisine. Read this book, but more importantly, use what's in it. Apply it!"
-Baron Baptiste
"The cookbook from the Blossoming
Lotus is the greatest. I felt healthier just reading it. And the kava
brownies were a home run with me."
"Awesome! I highly recommend The Complete Idiots Guide to Eating Raw for
anyone interested in learning about raw foods and incorporating them into
their life. It’s something even a kitchen prep novice like me can get
into and actually use! The recipes are out of this world and easy to
prepare. This is a go to book for beginners and experienced raw foodists
alike." - Kevin Gianni, co-host ofTheRenegadeHealthShow.com RenegadeHealth.com
"For a truly tasty experience on the beautiful island of Kaua'i, you must check out The Blossoming Lotus Restaurant. It is the only place to go for delicious Live Food Cuisine." —Toni Childs
"The main thing I love about eating raw is that it is SO simple. Yet many people make it complex in their heads. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Eating Raw helps bring it all back to basics, 'idiot-proofing' what might otherwise be a bumpy transition into a life more rawsome. A great book to share with those you care about." -Angela Stokes RawReform.com
"The cookbook from the Blossoming
Lotus is my choice for a fabulous and healthy Holiday Gift."
"The food from Blossoming Lotus
was delicious. The corn bread and Veggie Kabobs disappeared as soon as
they hit the table. Their cookbook would make a worthy addition to any
kitchen's top shelf."
In a recent edition of World Fusion Weekly, we posted an article about the Vegetarian Firemen of engine2. We sent them a copy of our cookbook and they sent us the following reply:
"We received the absolutely amazing, Vegan Fusion World Cuisine cookbook recently and are totally blown away by the array of bountiful and delicious vegan options that are now as close as a fingertip and turn of a page away.
We really appreciate the gift and will use it often and with each meal we will think of ya'll affectionately. I (Rip) go to Maui every year to compete in the Xterra world championships and would love to visit the restaurant and then hike the Napali coastline. Stay healthy and safe and Happy trails."
Best Restaurant on Kauai: The Blossoming Lotus Wins Prestigious 'ILIMA Award
The Blossoming Lotus recognized as the Best Restaurant on Kauai by the Honolulu Advertiser. The 'ILIMA award went to the world renowned restaurant, and marks the first time in history that a vegetarian restaurant has won "Best of" from among hundreds of restaurants serving all kinds of fare.
Nautilus Award Winner
"Vegan Fusion World Cuisine", The Cookbook from the Chefs of the Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kauai has received recognition by several major National Awards:
Winner of the Nautilus Awards - Best Small Press. Nautilus is owned by Body+Soul Magazine, part of the Martha Stewart OmniMedia Organization. The Best Small Press Award is a Judges Category for those books that exemplify quality, meaning, unique artistic value and content.
Winner - Gourmand World Cookbook Awards
Category: Best Vegetarian Cookbook
- English - USA."Mark Reinfeld is the executive chef of the Blossoming Lotus where he began with the intention of creating a beacon of light and healing in the culinary world..."
"I am so excited about the cookbook
and the people at Blossoming Lotus that we met Paramount Studios. Great
book and great food. As soon as I came home I put all my other cook books
away."
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Dave Smith, NFL Alumni, Pittsburgh Steelers
Thank
you one and all for the overwhelming response we've
received from magazines across the country. Our cookbook and
restaurants have recently been featured in Delicious Living,
Lonely Planet, Vegetarian Voice, Aurthur Frommer's Budget
Travel, VegNews and Hinduism Today.
We are very happy to announce that the readers and editors
of VegNews have selected
us for this incredible award. Since beginning publication in 2000, VegNews has
become the most talked about vegetarian magazine. Please click here for details.
Mark Reinfeld at Healthy Gourmet Fest
Blossoming Lotus Kauai Chef Mark Reinfeld was honored to receive a Platinum Carrot Award in Aspen, Colorado and to teach a cooking class and prepare a signature dish for the Healthy Gourmet Fest Tasting Dinner.
The Aspen Center for Integral Health created the Healthy Gourmet Fest to recognize "trailblazing and innovative chefs" that are part of the fastest growing trend in American cuisine: serving organic, fresh, regional foods with gourmet flair.
