In a clear, step by step, slow pace each aspect of food and the kitchen is harmoniously discussed. From food cultivation to transportation to preparation to cooking and finally consumption on the table; kitchen landscape and design including placement of electric appliances, storage of foods, selection of flooring, counters and cabinets; eating with nature of the four seasons, and brilliant explation of balancing of five elements of fire, earth, water, air and wood. Also includes easy to follow healthful and easy to obtain recipes.

When the USDA is questioning the food pyramid that has collapsed before us Americans, may they be inspired to look at the root cause of our imbalances which lie heavily in the food we consume.