Plant-Based Recipes & Wellbeing

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Nourishing recipes for everyday meals and special occasions

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WELCOME TO A NOURISHED LIFE

I’m Eva, a cook, writer, and lifelong seeker of the good in 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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A Nourished Life

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

The Sound of the Sea and Birthday Wishes

The Sound of the Sea and Birthday Wishes

It was in a room at the Montage Hotel in Laguna Beach, California, a room overlooking the Pacific where we all gathered for one last impromptu visit in August of 2004. The room was filled with quiet giggles, roaring laughter and meaningful conversations. In the center...

Rocky Mountain Vegan Chili

Rocky Mountain Vegan Chili

A Bowl of Rocky Mountain Vegan Chili - Good by Mountain or Sea While cold mountain evenings and après ski first inspired this Rocky Mountain Vegan Chili, it’s just as tasty by the sea and everywhere in between. This recipe was born during my years living in Colorado,...

The Voluptuous Charm of Santa Margherita, Italy

The Voluptuous Charm of Santa Margherita, Italy

When a Word Fits the Feeling Some words feel like they were made to be spoken slowly, to linger in the air — voluptuous is one of them. It rolls off the tongue like velvet, conjuring richness, abundance, and a certain unapologetic indulgence. My husband likes to...