Saint Hildegard's kitchen

When the author of this book discovered the dietary principles of St Hildegard of Bingen, she immersed herself in the life of this fascinating figure. What does this 12th-century woman have in common with the 21st century, and what does she have to offer us? In her visions, God revealed illnesses to Hildegard, along with their treatment and connections to the environment and nature. How incredibly relevant that is today! St Hildegard can enter our lives through her spiritual writings, her music, or her art of healing. However, she came to us straight through the kitchen door.

She was canonised in 2012, and Benedict XVI said of her: "God revealed to Hildegard of Bingen the gifts of His creation. In creation, she saw God’s entire pharmacopoeia. She developed this into a medical science in which there is currently a growing interest." In this book, you will discover the simple principles she highly recommended, which apply to everyone and remain relevant today.

Marie-France Delpech, a nurse with a passion for botany and a love of beekeeping, has been cooking according to the principles of St Hildegard for over thirty years. In her cookbook, she shares everyday recipes tailored to all tastes and the four seasons. Taste a cuisine with a touch of holiness that heals both your body and soul!