The benefits & pleasures of Buddhist menus -- even when purely vegetarian -- are an experience worth having. The colors & textures in Chinese & Japanese cooking are very distinct, & the cooking styles can vary from steaming & stir-frying to grilling & baking. The sublime aromatics of Indian cuisine, the chromatic creativity of the Thai, the harmonious fusion of Sri Lankan & Indonesian cuisine & the rustic ruggedness of the Tibetan diet offer a dazzling range to choose from. From hot soups & crunchy salads, to Jamay, tempura, momos, & relishes to accompany rice or noodles, curries & desserts -- the Buddhist culinary repertoire is resplendent. Non-Buddhists can adapt the recipes in this beautiful cookbook to suit their requirements. Color photos.