In this week's episode, we are joined by Portuguese chef, Lauren Covas whose culinary journey spans from running restaurants to building her own successful catering company — she shares her cherished family recipes from her new cookbook, Little Portugal and traditions that have shaped her cooking style. Lauren demonstrates how she's preserving her Portuguese heritage through food, from the techniques passed down through generations to the stories behind each dish. She reveals her go-to recipes, her favorite midnight snacks and the one (or 3) ingredients she can't live without! Whether you're curious about traditional Portuguese cuisine or inspired by stories of chefs honoring their roots, Lauren's passion for her culture and her craft will leave you hungry for more. For more information about Chef Lauren Covas: ChefLaurenCovas.com Or Follow her on Instagram @cheflaurencovas Or TikTok @cheflaurencovas Follow us on Instagram: @every.body.talks @jenngiamo @schully Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening. Apple Podcasts Spotify Be sure to leave a 5 star rating! It really helps grow the show. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing!