Plant-Based Recipes & Wellness
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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions
Cranberry – Apple Baked Brie
Whether you are entertaining at home or bringing a dish to share at a get-together, this Cranberry-Apple Baked Brie is a beautiful, delicious, and impressive appetizer on any table. Using a store-bought puff pastry makes this a fairly simple dish to assemble. Often...
Rum Raisin Banana Bread Recipe
Not So Basic Banana Bread Recipe When I first opened my shop on Fishers Island, I envisioned creating an ever-changing menu filled with bold, unexpected flavors. I spent countless hours in the kitchen testing unique recipes, some wildly creative, while others were a...
Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes
These Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes are light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh flavor. Perfect for slow mornings, with or without the ricotta. When the Cat Is Your Alarm Clock My insomnia won again last night. I lay in bed long before dawn, staring up at the...
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.
Winter Reset Recipes
After the whirlwind of holiday gatherings and celebrations, the new year invites us into a quieter, more intentional rhythm – a time to gently nurture both mind and body. This collection of vibrant, nutrient-dense, flavor-forward recipes is designed to help you feel restored without giving up comfort or joy. Colorful, satisfying dishes that support your wellness.
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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
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