Plant-Based Recipes & Wellbeing
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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions
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...
Rustic Apple Galette
This rustic apple galette has quickly become one of my favorite fall and winter bakes. Unlike a traditional pie, which demands precision and patience, a galette is forgiving—a free-form tart meant to look delightfully imperfect. Fold, pleat, and let it be. In return,...
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 Spring Recipes
Spring cooking is all about freshness – crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs, and dishes that feel light yet satisfying. This collection brings together simple, seasonal recipes perfect for easy lunches, outdoor gatherings, and everyday nourishment
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Living Well, Simply
What we choose each day—how we eat, move, rest, and connect—shapes our health, our energy, and even our mood. Rooted in both tradition and science, I believe these daily choices are powerful tools for cultivating wellbeing.
Food is an essential part of that. Some meals are pure joy and celebration, while others are created with nourishment in mind—both have their place in a life of balance and intention. As Michael Pollan wisely said, “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”
A well-lived life extends beyond the plate. It’s found in balance—in how we care for ourselves and how we savor the beauty of our meals, our surroundings, and the company we keep.
WELLBEING
Tools, rituals, and reflections for a nourished mind and body
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FRESH FROM THE BLOG
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...