My Journey
from Permaculture to Vipassana
June 2015, Volunteering at Solitude farm in Pondicherry gave me an insight into permaculture and enabled me to appreciate the laborious efforts, extensive planning and tremendous patience required to produce organic food. Over the past few years my relationship with food and, by extension, with nature & mama earth has strengthened leading to food choices that are simple, authentic, chemical and cruelty free. Eating these foods completely changed my life and as a result I've became more mindful of my lifestyle choices. What started with the simple question of whats on my plate? translated in to the bigger question of ‘what’s on my heart and mind; because we truly become the foods we choose to eat.
The practice of Vipassana (insight mediation) took root in me simultaneously (under the guidance of my teacher Patrick Kearney) which enabled me to savour each moment, live my life to its' truest potential, be more alive with every passing breath and most importantly be present. The meditation practise allowed me to heal from my deepest wounds and insecurities while the food helped me create a body I feel strong and beautiful in. Food really is medicine; and I'm so excited to share this transformational journey with you; to help you achieve a happy heart-mind aka citta; free from any afflictions and be the best version of yourself!
My Raw Vegan food journey began in 2012 when my mum, Priti Shroff, a fellow raw foodist gave me the book "Sunfood Diet Success System by David Wolfe." It's been such a blessing to learn so much from her about alternative healing therapies and work out of her wellness space, Prisim Healing Institute over the past years. She encouraged me to pursue a raw vegan foods chef training from Bali, become certified Sound Healer and connect with angels, guides and so much more.
Meet Parmita
Raw Vegan Chef & Certified Yogini
Hi! Thank you for stumbling upon my page. Prana Kitchen is the offspring of my journey into wellbeing. Since it's a journey (and not a destination) it’s a constant work-in-progress which is evolving, growing, changing and maturing, along with me. In Aug 2016, I quit my job; that of an investment banker, to pursue something that truly set my heart’ on fire. I started with a plan to open a raw vegan cafe but found myself wanting to explore yoga more deeply at the same time. I studied yoga from the 8th std under the beautiful Ms. Sanjana who took me to Sri Ramana Maharishi’s Ashram (Tiruvanmalai), Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Matri Mandir. It is this foundation that I owe my deepest gratitude to; for sowing the seeds that have sprouted into the lifestyle I wish to share with all of you. In 2017 I undertook the Yoga Diploma Course from Kaivalyadhama to deepen my understanding of Yogic Sciences and have been practising various styles of Yoga by different gurus in Mysore, Bali, Rishikesh, Kodaikanal, Pondicherry etc
I believe that, like the moon, all of us have phases. I enjoy putting my baking skills to test around the full moon and creating guilt free indulgences to comfort myself & my fellow LUNAtics during this generally rough phase.. cos there’s nothing (vegan) cake can’t solve. I am a sun-worshipper, intuitive kinda chef who enjoys the natural high of eating raw living foods. When I had free time in college I would solar cook beautiful meals that were filled with all their natural goodness plus an extra dose of sun energy.
At Prisim Healing Institute, we’re the crazies that believe in mystical signs and the power of positive affirmations. We talk in terms of vibrations, frequencies , energy-exchange and are firm-advocates of the 7 am rise & dance cult to begin your day (to our favourite kirtan-wallah Krishna Das). If you’re our kinda crazy drop by, say hello or join the tribe!
Why Raw Vegan Food?
It's connected to
Great Digestion
thanks to the living enzymes which are preserved in raw food (else destroyed by cooking at higher temperatures). This means more energy & happy vibes
Cleansing & Detoxification
look radiantly alive, feel lighter & rejuvenated (emotionally, mentally and physically) .
Powerfood
raw plant based food is full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and sunshine !
World Hunger
in order to produce animal products, land, water, and energy are
required to grow, harvest and transport the feed that is then fed to the farmed animals. We currently produce enough calories to feed 10-11 billion people worldwide, however, the
majority of this food goes to feed livestock, not hungry people. For years, PETA has been saying that if everybody went vegan world hunger would virtually disappear .
Alkalizing
your body leads to clearer thinking and healing. Hydration is key to our health because our blood is alkaline in nature and to maintain its alkalinity 80 % of our diet should be alkaline foods and only 20% should be acid-forming foods.
Rainforests
the rainforest is essentially the Earth's lungs and if we keep destroying it (due to our ignorant food choices), future generations will face serious consequences of our actions. The leading causes of rainforest destruction are livestock and feed crops.
Our Animals & Our Planet
going vegan feels great, saves our animals and is better for our planet. It's not about compromising but re-evaluating what's on your plate; Is it cruelty free ? Does it make me feel good ? How far has the food travelled to land up here ? We strive to maintain a balance between nutrition and compassion ~ Inner wellbeing along with outward sensitivity. Food is our link & connection to nature, we are all part of an ecosystem, resources that we share - does your food make you feel connected ? Mindful eating is a step towards mindful living, join in take the step ...
Radically Improved Health
a strengthened immune system & unprecedented well-being. Find out how good you are meant to feel. Our Juice Fast Programme helps to balance out natural hormones, internal imbalances, sugar levels etc.
Weight Management
eating water-rich, natural and whole foods that are easily assimilated into the body helps to lose the extra kgs and maintain a constant weight.
Peace & Compassion
eating food that is free of animals or animal products is a spiritual practise in itself. We believe that those who follow a vegan lifestyle find it easier to cultivate a deeper sense of compassion.
Our Philosophy - Eat the Sunshine to radiate it!
Prana is the Sanskrit word meaning life force or subtle energy.We believe that fresh, raw, plant based foods have the most energy which are transferred to us when we consume it in it’s natural, un-refined, un- processed true form. We thrive on vibrations of the Earth and believe food should be always vibrant, truly nourishing and bursting with energy. We pride ourselves on honest ingredients, consciously sourced, presented in a clean and creative way. Our philosophy is the ‘earth to table’ approach to food. At Prisim we cater to people who are interested in a raw and vegan cuisine – whether for detoxification, curiosity, taste or because they are already living this lifestyle. We incorporate Superfoods such as organic wheatgrass, spirulina, aloe vera, cacao, chia into our recipes because we believe that they are essential for increasing our immunity, giving us more energy, detoxifying our cells, hydrating our bodies and providing us with all the essential vitamins and minerals that we need. We’re striving to create a space where people can still feel the harmony with mother nature and know where their food comes from.
𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘥𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘺𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘳𝘷𝘢𝘮 𝘫𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘮
𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘩 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘺𝘢𝘬𝘴𝘢𝘮 𝘯𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘩
The world, both animate & inanimate, is sustained by food. Life arises from food : this is observed all around, there can be no doubt about it .
Taking care of them is a spiritual practise in itself. We try to respect all divine creation by adopting a lifestyle that is in harmony with nature. We take care of mama earth by using biodegradable, eco-friendly packaging & nourish our bodies' with 100% natural, wholesome, cruelty-free food. If you haven’t given compassionate living a try yet then drop by and we can help you help yourself !
Catering
Parties
House-warming parties, high-teas , birthdays, events or any occasion. We have something on our menu to appease your tastebuds. Contact us for a variety of sweet and savoury raw, vegan, gluten-free options to choose from !
WE HAVE TWO HOMES:
OUR EARTH + OUR BODIES
Upcoming Events
Thu, 03 JunOn Zoom03 Jun, 6:30 pm IST – 02 Jul, 7:15 pm ISTOn ZoomPause. Witness . Restore Slow gentle movements to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. A lot of forward folds to feel grounded and surrendering into whatever is available for you in the moment - inquiring within . Cultivating body , mind and breath awareness as we flow through the postures.
Online School
So excited to be launching our online academy where we have a variety of workshops to choose from. These are pre-recorded sessions which you can watch as per your convenience. Each session comes with a pdf recipe guide. These workshops are to inspire you to get cooking with your energy because the best food is home food indeed; made with loving intentions & filled with your Prāna . All the offerings come with additional reference links and you are able to seek out assistance for further help too. So what are you waiting for ? Make your kitchen your playground and have some fun while feeding your loved ones with delicious food made from honest ingredients and infused with your loving energy. All our workshops are intended to help you feel empowered when it comes to your food choices . We often provide suggestion on how to repurpose your waste , give different substitutes possible , knowledge behind these plant foods, resources from where you can purchase the equipment (if needed) & so much more! It’s not a diet , it’s a lifestyle change . So we’re here to help you take your first step to radiant health . Let’s heal together.
Once you pay up via the link below you will receive the workshop on the email I’d provided at registration. You can download & watch the video at your convenience. In case of further questions feel free to get in touch with us .
Your Health Starts Here
Contact Info
Phone
Address
+91- 9833591739
Prisim Healing Institute, Ground Floor, Hormuzd Building, Sleater Road, Grant Road (West), Mumbai 400007