Plant-Based Recipes & Wellness
EAT
Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions
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...
Grilled Romaine, Beets & Blue Cheese Salad
Grilled Romaine with Roasted Beets and Blue Cheese This is the kind of salad I love to make when I’m entertaining. It’s visually striking, full of flavor, and easy to prepare in advance. The ingredients can be prepped ahead of time, and the final presentation, whether...
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
My Favorite Cinnamon Buns
A Taste of Norway in a Cinnamon Bun We’re in Norway for the holidays — my mother’s homeland, where the scent of cinnamon buns fills the air like a warm embrace. While you rarely see them frosted like the versions in the States, Norwegians take their cinnamon buns...
The Land of Trolls and Apple Cake
A delicious traditional Norwegian Apple Cake recipe from my mother’s homeland. The land of trolls, fjords, and apple cake.
Elegant Red Wine Poached Pears: A Simple and Beautiful Dessert
Whole red wine poached pears are a simple and beautiful dessert. In this recipe, we steep the pears in a syrup made of wine, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla, infusing them with the flavors of the season while keeping them light. Depending on how long the pears...
Vegan Picante Pinto Bean Soup
A quick and easy Picante Pinto Bean Soup. It’s healthy and hearty, and can be served vegan, with cheese and sour cream, or over rice.
Chai Pancakes
There’s nothing like starting the day with a plate of warm, spiced Chai Pancakes. These pancakes are not only delicious but also bring a comforting aroma that fills the kitchen. They are perfect for a cozy breakfast, especially with the sweet sounds of a guitar playing in the background.
Apple Crisp Recipe
Finding Comfort in the Kitchen with a Cinnamon Apple Crisp Recipe Sitting on our deck, I watch a gaggle of wild turkeys scratching at the dirt and pecking dried grass fronds. A few have flown into the yard, trapped by the fence, flapping and panicking until Ric opens...
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
Understanding Glycemic Index vs. Glycemic Load
Understand the difference between glycemic index and glycemic load, and why glycemic load may be a more accurate way to manage blood sugar levels.
Simple Mantra Meditation
When I delved into the practice of meditation, a shroud of secrecy surrounded the process, prompting questions about the necessity of ceremonial initiation and associated fees. I firmly believe that meditation should be an accessible skill taught in schools,...
4-7-8 Breathing
The 4-7-8 breathing technique is rooted in the ancient Indian practice of pranayama, which means “regulation of breath.” This particular method, developed by Dr. Andrew Weil, stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness. I often begin my meditation practices with...
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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...
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...