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.

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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.

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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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