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Shojin Ryori: Buddhist Cooking Demo

  • 2112 Creative Industries Incubator 4245 North Knox Avenue Chicago, IL, 60641 United States (map)

Shojin Ryori: Buddhist Cooking Demo. Shojin Ryori is a traditional Japanese vegetarian monastic cooking style. 


Join us for a truly unique culinary experience led by Tesshin Brand Roshi, the Abbot (shike) of Daiyuzenji. With profound insight into the revered culinary tradition of Shojin Ryori, as practiced at Daiyuzenji, Roshi will guide you through the art of preparing a wholesome and nourishing meal. Discover the principles, health benefits, and Buddhist values underpinning this revered cooking style—reception to follow.

Join us, learn, eat, and give back. 

Show your support and reserve your seat today—limited capacity. 
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The event will be hosted in person at 2112 from 4 pm to 7 pm. The tickets are priced at $50, and all proceeds from this event allow us to continue providing a rare opportunity for monastic-style Rinzai Zen training for those who wish to embark on the path of Zen. If you wish to offer further support to Daiyuzenji, you can make your donations directly through this link.
Daiyuzenji is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Earlier Event: January 6
Annual Temple Cleanse
Later Event: March 23
BREATH WORK SEMINAR