In this delicious new episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas sit down with Jane, a plant-based wedding caterer from the South East of the UK, whose plant-based creations bring color, joy, and sustainability to every celebration she serves.

Jane shares her inspiring journey into plant-based catering, the values that guide her business, and the magic that unfolds when couples choose vegetarian and vegan menus for their big day.

From unforgettable wedding stories to creative menu design, ingredient sourcing, and the rise of eco-friendly wedding food, this episode offers practical insights and heartwarming moments.

You’ll hear about:

• How Jane started her plant-based catering business

• How plant-based menus transform the atmosphere of a wedding

• What couples are requesting today in sustainable wedding catering

• Creative collaborations with florists, planners, and venues

• Signature dishes that always delight guests

• How plant-based food inspires more conscious and joyful celebrations

If you’re dreaming of a sustainable wedding, planning a vegan or vegetarian menu, or simply love hearing about food made with intention, this episode will inspire and energize you.

Follow us on Instagram @thegreenweddingpodcast for more plant-based wedding ideas, behind-the-scenes inspiration, and tips for creating conscious celebrations.

Follow Jane’s work on Instagram @thefatcarrot to explore her delicious menus and plant-based catering.

If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, a couple planning their wedding, or on your stories to help us spread the green wedding movement.

Tune in, get hungry, and celebrate consciously.

In this heartfelt episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas speak with Elisabete, the owner of Quinta da Avó, a deeply meaningful wedding venue in Northern Portugal. What began as her grandmother’s home has evolved into a space where weddings are intimate, intentional, and rooted in heritage.

Elisabete shares the story behind transforming a family house into a venue that protects tradition, promotes purpose, and welcomes only couples who value authenticity and depth.

From the venue’s guiding principles to the emotional reactions of visiting couples, this conversation shines a light on how meaningful spaces can shape meaningful celebrations.

You’ll hear about:

• The family history behind Quinta da Avó and how it became a wedding venue

• The values, rules, and purpose-driven philosophy that guide the space

• How heritage and memory influence the energy and experience of each wedding

• Memorable stories from couples who celebrated there

• How the venue supports sustainability and engages with local community traditions

• Advice for couples who want a venue aligned with their deeper values

If you’re dreaming of a wedding venue with soul, history, and heart—or if you’re looking for inspiration on how spaces can be more intentional—this episode offers a beautiful perspective.

Follow us on Instagram @thegreenweddingpodcast for more conscious wedding ideas and behind-the-scenes content.

To learn more about the venue and its story, follow @quintadaavo.

If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend, a couple planning their wedding, or on your Instagram stories to help us spread the movement for meaningful, sustainable celebrations.

Tune in and discover what happens when a wedding venue is built on roots, purpose, and genuine connection.

In this soothing and soulful episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas meet a magical Italian couple whose music is deeply inspired by nature, peace, and emotional connection. Their soft, atmospheric sound has become a favorite choice for couples planning green weddings, eco-friendly ceremonies, and intimate outdoor celebrations.

Together, we explore their journey as artists, their creative process rooted in forests, mountains, and natural soundscapes, and how they bring calm, beauty, and intention to weddings around the world. Whether you’re searching for nature-inspired wedding music, acoustic ceremony ideas, or musicians who understand the energy of intentional gatherings—this episode is filled with inspiration.

You’ll hear about:

🎵 How they began making music together

🎵 Their favorite natural places to compose

🎵 How music shapes emotion at weddings

🎵 Why their sound is a perfect match for sustainable weddings

🎵 Their dream wedding environments and international collaborations

🎵 A live musical performance created just for our listeners

From gentle vocals to organic instruments, their music reminds us how powerful sound can be in creating mindful, heartfelt wedding moments.

Follow us on Instagram @thegreenweddingpodcast for green wedding ideas, nature-inspired tips, and behind-the-scenes moments from our episodes.

To learn more about Akelamadahy, follow them on Instagram @akelamadahy.

Tune in and let the music guide you toward a more intentional celebration.

In this inspiring episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas talk with Nicole about her unforgettable multicultural wedding — a celebration that blended Jewish and Muslim wedding traditions, honored family heritage, and embraced sustainable, low-waste wedding ideas.

Nicole shares how she and her husband created a ceremony rooted in culture, intention, and community, proving that modern weddings can be both meaningful and environmentally conscious. From combining rituals to preparing a family-made wedding feast, her story is full of practical insights for couples planning a cultural fusion wedding or a sustainable celebration.

You’ll hear about:

• Bringing together Jewish and Persian traditions in one celebration

• Personal and symbolic details for an intentional wedding

• How families collaborated to create a homemade, low-waste wedding meal

• Simple, accessible, eco-friendly wedding choices

• Advice for couples planning cross-cultural, interfaith, or community-driven weddings

Perfect for anyone searching for green wedding inspiration, multicultural wedding planning tips, or authentic love stories that celebrate diversity and sustainability.

Follow us on Instagram: @thegreenweddingpodcast for eco-friendly wedding ideas, multicultural inspiration, and behind-the-scenes content.

Tune in and discover how love, culture, and community can make a wedding truly unforgettable.

This week on The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Julia Dojas and Romana Pereira explore what truly makes a wedding feel alive, not just beautiful on the outside, but deeply meaningful within.

Inspired by The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker, this episode dives into the power of intentional design: creating weddings where connection isn’t left to chance, but crafted with care.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What makes a gathering feel magical and emotionally resonant

• Real stories of couples who transformed their weddings into soulful experiences

• Three key principles from The Art of Gathering that can guide your planning

• Modern, creative ideas to spark connection — from shared rituals to quiet spaces for reflection

• How to shift focus from impressing guests to connecting hearts

Because the most unforgettable weddings aren’t the most elaborate: they’re the most intentional.

Design a day that feels like you. One that connects, uplifts, and lasts long after the music fades.

If this episode inspired you, help us spread the word.

Please share it with someone who believes in celebrating with purpose; every listen, message, and kind word helps this movement grow.

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This week on The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Julia Dojas and Romana Pereira sit down with Hayley, head chef and owner of Plant Based Kitchens — a London-based catering company redefining what it means to celebrate with kindness, creativity, and flavor. 🌿

Hayley crafts menus rooted in seasonal produce, ethical ingredients, and food that nourishes from the inside out. Her thoughtfully designed wedding packages encourage greener choices across the events industry, inviting couples to celebrate in a more mindful, meaningful way.

Beyond weddings, Hayley’s passion for community shines through her organic supper clubs and wellness experiences, where good food becomes a meeting point for connection, care, and joy.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Hayley’s journey to founding a fully plant-based catering company near London

• How sustainability shapes her kitchen and creative process every day

• Heartfelt stories from couples and guests who’ve experienced her food

• The inspiration behind her seasonal menus and local sourcing

• Real tips for couples who want a plant-based menu that delights every guest

• And a lighthearted lightning round — from dream celebrity weddings to the songs that get her team dancing .

Join us as we explore the flavors, stories, and soul behind plant-based weddings — where food isn’t just served, but shared with purpose.

If this episode inspired you, help us spread the word. Please share it with couples, friends, or anyone who believes that celebrations can be both beautiful and kind to the planet. Every listen, share, and kind word helps this movement grow.

Connect with Hayley:

Website: plantbasedkitchens.co.uk

IG: @plant_based_kitchens

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Crafting Love Around the Globe!

Rui Mota Pinto is an international awarded wedding planner and designer, but also mentor, speaker, educator and consultant with more than thirty years of experience, and we had the honor of hearing him talk about his vision of the wedding industry. Absolutely unmissable!!!

And we share some spectacular photos of his work and own wedding on our instagram page @greenweddingpodcast

You can connect with Rui at:

www.ruimotapinto.com

Instagram: @ruimotapinto

Hosts:

Julia Dojas & Romana Pereira

www.juliadojas.com

Insta: @jdojas

www.romanapereira.com

Insta: @rp.plantbasedweddings

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In this episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas sit down with Kriss Saunders, a passionate nature lover and visionary behind eco-luxury honeymoons and destination weddings.

Together, they explore:

• What “eco-luxury” really means in travel and celebrations
• How to curate eco-conscious weddings and honeymoons without losing the magic of luxury
• The role of local communities, ethical partners, and green-certified venues
• Balancing indulgence with intention—so couples feel both pampered and purposeful
• Trends shaping the future of sustainable celebrations

Plus, Kriss shares favorite destinations, wow-moments, and even a honeymoon mishap that turned into a beautiful story.

Join us for inspiring stories and practical insights that show how our happiest celebrations can also care for the planet we love.

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