Miraval's Sweet & Savory Cooking

Miraval’s Sweet & Savory Cooking is a blend of two styles of cooking by Miraval Resort & Spa’s Executive Chef Justin Cline Macy and Pastry Chef Kim Macy. Although they’re from very different areas of the kitchen, this husband-and-wife team has come together to create a unique cookbook that will take you on an exciting journey of culinary delights that are sure to please the palate and respect the waistline.

Whatever your skill level may be, you’ll learn to combine flavors to create bold, delicious dishes without the added calories. A number of celiac-friendly recipes and low-fat substitutions are also included so you can prepare meals that fit the dietary needs of your whole family. In addition to the array of recipes that align with Miraval’s dedication to optimal well-being, Justin and Kim provide information on proper cooking tools and equipment, helpful hints and kitchen safety tips, and a handy shopping list to keep your pantry well stocked.

Beautiful color photographs throughout will inspire you, and insights on techniques and serving suggestions will guide your every step. Both chefs are masters at making their sweet and savory creations lower in fat and calories yet so tasty that you’d never consider their dishes to be "health food," but rather delicious food that is full of lively flavors and appealing textures—and packed with nutrition.

Justin Cline Macy is the executive chef at Miraval Resort & Spa, where he has honed his culinary skills and expertise in spa cuisine for the last 13 years. He enjoys exploring diverse cultural cuisines and pushing the boundaries in his cooking by combining international flavors while staying true to spa cuisine’s goal of creating nutritious, appetizing dishes. Justin has appeared as a guest on several national broadcast shows, including The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Millionaire Matchmaker. He has developed the "Evening with the Chef" weekend series, as well as the In-Villa Culinary Program for Miraval residential villas. Justin is also a contributing author of Miraval’s Mindful Eating and Mindful Living.Kim Macy pursued her passion for cooking as a career and graduated with honors from Le Cordon Bleu at The Scottsdale Culinary Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona, in 2004. After interning at Miraval Resort & Spa, she became a permanent member of the culinary team and has managed the pastry department since 2007. Her work has been showcased in major publications, including the Arizona Daily Star, Arizona Foothills magazine, and Shape magazine. Kim teaches two live cooking demonstrations a week for Miraval guests and has been a repeat guest chef on local morning television shows. A contributing author of Miraval’s Mindful Eating and Mindful Living, she has also participated in a recent segment featuring Miraval that aired on the Tennis Channel’s Fit to Hit. Website: www.MiravalResorts.com