Plant-Based Recipes & Wellness
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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions
Brown Butter Carrot Cake at Lake Como
The Winding Road to Paradise As we wound our way along the narrow road hugging the mountainside above Lake Como, I glanced over at the cherub with wispy auburn hair and a button nose, fast asleep in her car seat after a day of strolling through the charming streets of...
Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens
A Sweet-Savory Dish of Balance | Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens There’s something irresistible about the way miso, honey, and soy sauce come together — rich umami with just enough sweetness to make everything taste alive. This Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens is one of those...
Flaky All-Butter Pie Crust
How to Make a Flaky All-Butter Pie Crust A foolproof, buttery pie crust that’s tender, crisp, and perfectly flaky every time. There’s something magical about a homemade pie crust. Maybe it’s the way the butter melts into delicate layers. Or the way your kitchen smells...
WELCOME TO A NOURISHED LIFE
I’m Eva, a cook, writer, and lifelong seeker of the good life, living along Portugal’s windswept coast. Here, I share mostly plant-based, often gluten-free recipes that nourish both body and spirit, along with reflections on healing, aging, and intentional living.
To me, a nourished life means living with presence and grace. It’s a quiet walk by the sea, a meaningful conversation, and the joy of both the salad and the slice of cake.
I’m so glad you’re here.
SEASONAL RECIPES
Brown Butter Carrot Cake at Lake Como
The Winding Road to Paradise As we wound our way along the narrow road hugging the mountainside above Lake Como, I glanced over at the cherub with wispy auburn hair and a button nose, fast asleep in her car seat after a day of strolling through the charming streets of...
Lemon And Artichoke Fettuccine
The Memory of Lemons It’s fascinating how scents and flavors affect our brains. They can spark memories and emotions in an instant; the whiff of a rose reminds us of a garden, or the smell of bread baking pulls us back to a cozy kitchen. For me, Lemon and Artichoke...
Apricot and Plum Galette with Cream Cheese and Thyme
Summer Travel, Sweet Fruit & Slower Moments July rolled into August in a flurry of movement, with trips to Milan, New York City, and Fishers Island filling the calendar. But in between the airport runs and suitcase repacking, I made time to savor the season. At...
Healing Through Food
What we eat doesn’t just feed us, it informs our health, our energy, and even our mood. Rooted in both tradition and science, I believe food can be one of our most powerful tools for healing. While some dishes are pure joy and celebration, many are created with wellness and nourishment in mind, supporting a life of balance, vitality, and intention.
WELLNESS
Tools, rituals, and reflections for a nourished mind and body
Japanese Interval Walking: The Science-Backed Routine for Energy, Balance, and Longevity
What’s All the Hubbub About Japanese Interval Walking? If your social feed has been buzzing with people touting Japanese Interval Walking, you’re not alone. This evidence-based walking method from Japan has become one of the most talked-about longevity trends in...
Living with UCTD and MS: A Personal Autoimmune Healing Story
A journey through early MS symptoms, a UCTD diagnosis, and the slow, intuitive return to health  It started one morning with a strange sensation running down my spine, a sharp, tingling current from the base of my skull to my waist. Within days, the sensation spread...
Wellness Starts with Why
Discover the power of identifying your ‘why’—the key to staying motivated and creating lasting change in your journey to a healthier, more mindful life.
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Brown Butter Carrot Cake at Lake Como
The Winding Road to Paradise As we wound our way along the narrow road hugging the mountainside above Lake Como, I glanced over at the cherub with wispy auburn hair and a button nose, fast asleep in her car seat after a day of strolling through the charming streets of...
Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens
A Sweet-Savory Dish of Balance | Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens There’s something irresistible about the way miso, honey, and soy sauce come together — rich umami with just enough sweetness to make everything taste alive. This Honey-Miso Salmon on Greens is one of those...
Japanese Interval Walking: The Science-Backed Routine for Energy, Balance, and Longevity
What’s All the Hubbub About Japanese Interval Walking? If your social feed has been buzzing with people touting Japanese Interval Walking, you’re not alone. This evidence-based walking method from Japan has become one of the most talked-about longevity trends in...