Astrological Cookery - Leo (July 24 - Aug. 23)


The sign of Leo rules some very passionate and demanding people, but you knew that. The are the people happiest to tell you what their sun sign is, because they feel that being Leo is just a natural state of perfection.


Leos really do feel like the king of the jungle, and know they deserve the lion’s share. Like most cats, take good care of them, and they will be devoted and content. They tend to have bad tempers, but good manners, so even if they are angry, they might consider it beneath their dignity to confront the offender. It will pass-it always does.

As for the Leo in the kitchen, there’s a feast to prepare. Even if it’s a feast for one, there are no shortcuts and no stinting. Leos are great meat cooks, but also love to eat seafood, particularly shellfish like crab and lobster. It’s important to balance out the protein cravings with lots of fresh veggies, and any combination of cucumbers, onions, lettuce or cabbage will satisfy. Asparagus, in season of course, is your favorite. Spices are a delight, and everything from humble pepper to fabulous saffron will be in the pantry.

Leos love a bright, well set table with a colorful and eye catching spread. Jungle royalty, like most royalty, has a tendency to overindulge, so watch out that your occasional excesses don’t turn into regular habits, or your vanity will be competing with your appetite.

The most famous Leo in the kitchen is not only one of the most famous cooks in our culture; she was one whose roaring was heard around the world.

Julia Child is a great example of how Leo likes to cook- authentic and grand, but fun and playful. She arrived at moment when the trend of processed and commercialized “convenience” food was at it’s first frenzy, and she got folks to reconsider what a simple meal made with honest ingredients was worth.

Leo, like every other sign, needs to be satisfied, body and soul.

Posted: Tue - August 1, 2006 at 07:38 AM          


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