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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What if planning your wedding felt more like stepping into a festival of inspiration, filled with conscious suppliers, creative ideas, and plant-based delights?

In this episode, Julia and Romana sit down with Em, @Em@EWF the visionary organizer of Eco Wedding Festivals in the UK, who is bringing a fresh and joyful twist to the traditional wedding fair. Together, we explore:

• How eco wedding festivals connect couples with ethical, sustainable, and plant-based suppliers

• What makes these festivals so different (and so much more fun!) than regular wedding fairs

• The rise of vegan options in catering, florals, fashion, and more

• Practical tips for couples to spot genuine eco-friendly suppliers (and avoid greenwashing!)

• The most creative and exciting sustainable wedding trends Em has seen so far

Whether you’re just beginning your wedding journey or you’re already dreaming of a greener celebration, this conversation is packed with inspiration, practical guidance, and a whole lot of heart.

Tune in and be inspired! Discover how your wedding can spark joy not just for you, but for your guests, your community, and the planet.

Would you be ready to plan with purpose?

Hit play and join us on this journey toward greener, more meaningful celebrations!

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And connect with Em’s incredible work at VEA Collection

In this episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, Julia Dojas and Romana welcome Alexandra, a self-proclaimed “flower freak” who is as passionate about sustainable blooms as she is about spinning tracks.

She shares her journey of bringing planet-friendly flowers and unforgettable beats to weddings across Europe. From sourcing local, seasonal blossoms and ditching plastic to turning floral design into a personalized, eco-conscious art form, Alexandra shows how creativity and responsibility can bloom side by side.

In this episode:

• The magic of combining floristry and DJing at weddings

• Practical tips for couples seeking low-impact florals

• How music and design inspire each other

• Trends in eco-floral design every couple should know

Whether you’re planning your wedding or simply seeking sustainable inspiration, this episode will leave you believing that style, music, and sustainability absolutely belong together.

Listen now and let Alexandra show you how sustainable blooms and unforgettable beats can transform your celebration.

You can learn more about her work on Instagram: @alexandra.blake.alden.

In this episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, we sit down with PRIT, a celebrant who creates intentional, heartfelt ceremonies across Europe.

PRIT shares his journey into celebrancy, how he crafts meaningful experiences that reflect each couple’s true story, and the beauty of working across different cultures and landscapes.

We talk about finding purpose and authenticity in every detail, holding space without judgment, and the importance of celebrating love in ways that feel honest, personal, and deeply connected.

Whether you’re planning your ceremony or simply love stories about meaningful connection, this conversation will inspire you to think beyond tradition and embrace what truly matters.

Connect with PRIT:

Instagram: ⁠@celebrantprit⁠

YouTube: ⁠Pritum Patel⁠

Website: ⁠celebrantprit.com⁠

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