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May 28, 2024

Balancing Flavors and Life: The Intersection of Gourmet Cooking and Yoga (Part 2)

Balancing Flavors and Life: The Intersection of Gourmet Cooking and Yoga (Part 2)

In the second part of our conversation with Tom Norrington Davies, we delve deeper into the intersection of gourmet cooking and Ashtanga Yoga. Hosted by Harmony Slater and Russell Case, this episode explores Tom’s unique journey from a renowned chef ...

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Finding Harmony Podcast

In the second part of our conversation with Tom Norrington Davies, we delve deeper into the intersection of gourmet cooking and Ashtanga Yoga. Hosted by Harmony Slater and Russell Case, this episode explores Tom’s unique journey from a renowned chef to a dedicated yoga practitioner and teacher. Discover how Tom’s culinary expertise and yoga practice influence each other, and gain insights into maintaining balance in both culinary arts and yoga.

Key Topics Covered:

  • The impact of seasonal cooking on well-being
  • Understanding ultra-processed foods and their alternatives
  • The philosophy of Tristana in Ashtanga Yoga
  • Challenges and benefits of combining culinary work with yoga practice
  • The evolution of the restaurant industry post-pandemic
  • Personal growth through yoga and mindfulness

More about Tom Norrington Davies:

Tom Norrington Davies is a celebrated chef and authorized teacher of Ashtanga yoga. Born in Camberwell and residing in southeast London for most of his life, Tom teaches Mysore-style Ashtanga yoga at Oru Space in East Dulwich, London, and offers evening classes at Astanga Yoga London. He has studied regularly with Paramaguru R Sharath Jois in Mysore, India, since 2010, and has been mentored by Hamish Hendry, the UK's most respected Ashtanga yoga teacher, for over 15 years. Tom’s journey from restaurant kitchens to yoga studios is a testament to the transformative power of the practice, which he now dedicates to helping others find balance and wellness in their lives.

 

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Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Finding Harmony Podcast

02:28 - Exploring the Intersection of Yoga and Food

09:15 - The Journey of Yoga Practice and Personal Growth

35:15 - Navigating Food Philosophy and Clean Eating

37:41 - Teaching Yoga in Parliament

49:46 - The Evolution of Yoga and Cooking Post-Pandemic

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Tom Norrington Davies

Yoga teacher and cook