Science-Backed · Award-Winning
Meals for Life
Award-Winning Recipes & Reasons
to Raise a Family of Vegans
We raise our daughters vegan from birth.
Here's why & how.
- 228 pages of science, story, recipes & Tulum travel tips
- Foreword by Stephanie Bosco, MSc — Clinical Nutritionist
- Real family. Real ranch. Real results. Houston → Tulum since 2019
- Kid-friendly, budget-friendly, flavor-first vegan food
- 178 peer-reviewed citations — no preaching, just science
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Science-Backed
Meals
for Life
Award-Winning Recipes & Reasons
to Raise a Family of Vegans
Foreword by Stephanie Bosco, MSc
"What if one meal could change everything — for your health, your family, and the planet?"
Thomas & Fem Massink, Founders of Liefs
Why Meals for Life
Not another vegan cookbook.
Most vegan books give you recipes. This one gives you the science, the story, the strategy, and the recipes — built for parents, skeptics, and curious eaters who want proof before they commit.
Science, not guilt
178 peer-reviewed citations. No moralizing. We show you the data — for your health, for the planet, for the animals — and let you decide.
Real family, real kids
Two daughters raised vegan from birth. Fem's baby & toddler meal plans, nutrition guides, and transition tips are drawn from lived experience, not theory.
Award-winning recipes
The actual recipes from Liefs Tulum — four-time Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice winner. Café Espuma, BLT Sourdough, Buff Burrito, Cranberry Brownies, and more.
Taste first, always
"Food needs to look good, smell good and taste good. In that order." The eyes eat first. Every recipe was tested until non-vegans asked for seconds.
A story worth reading
Houston to Tulum. Hurricane Harvey. A broken VW van. COVID six weeks after launching. This is a real story about building something from nothing.
Tulum in your kitchen
Can't make it to Tulum? This book brings it to you. Insider travel tips, hidden gems, best beach clubs, cenotes, and vegan spots — plus the vibe that made Liefs a four-time award winner.
Zero-waste, zero compromise
Every recipe is built around Liefs' zero-waste philosophy. Biodegradable, compostable, planet-first — without sacrificing flavor, texture, or the joy of eating well.
Tulum travel guide
Our insider Tulum tips, hidden gems, dos & don'ts, best beach clubs, cenotes, and vegan restaurants — only in this book.
What's Inside
226 pages.
Everything we know.
The science, the recipes, the challenges, and the breakthroughs.
- Houston & Hurricane Harvey
- From fossil fuels to vegan food
- Founding Liefs in Tulum, 2019
- COVID six weeks after launch
- From pandemic to prosperity
- Best beach clubs & cenotes
- Tulum's hidden gems
- Vegan spots & must-visits
- Dos & don'ts
- Tulum & beyond
- What is veganism? Really
- Veganism in history
- Is veganism scientific?
- Our parenting philosophy
- Vegan for health (99 citations)
- Vegan for the planet
- Vegan for the animals
- Top questions debunked
- Inspiring advocates
- Transition step-by-step
- Nutrition essentials
- Veganism with young kids
- Shopping & pantry guide
- All-essentials shopping list
- Café Espuma — #1 bestseller
- Better-than-a-Burger
- Tacos Al Pastor, BLT, Burrito
- Sauces, desserts, smoothies
- Breakfast to dinner
A Taste of What's Inside
Fan-favorite recipes,
finally at home.
Every recipe was obsessively tested until non-vegans said: "I can't believe this is vegan."
Café Espuma
Liefs #1 All-Time BestsellerBetter-than-a-Burger
Award-WinningTacos 'Al Pastor'
Tulum ClassicCranberry Brownies
Zero Dairy. 100% Flavor.Amazonian Açaí Bowl
Breakfast StapleGreen Super Juice
Daily EnergyExpert Endorsement
"This guide is not only about cooking vegan food, it's about living with ease. The recipes, guidance, and philosophy in this book make plant-based living accessible, joyful, and deeply satisfying, even for families with busy lives."
Stephanie Bosco, MSc
Clinical Nutritionist, Detox Specialist & Holistic Health Coach
Founder of The Superfood Goddess · @thesuperfoodgoddess
Built on Evidence
Science-backed. Not preachy.
We don't ask you to trust us. We give you the citations and let the science speak.
What Guests Say
A guest remembers how you
made them feel.
"I've been coming here since they first opened & I love it! Best foamy coffee!"
"Took my friends who aren't vegan & they all absolutely loved it. We tried almost everything on the menu."
"Every part of the cuisine's thoughtfully incredible. Best flavors & textures I've had, true artisans!"
"Such a beautiful, conscious spot. Will definitely come back & highly recommend it!"
"My fave restaurant. The owners are amazing people on a powerful mission."
"I knew it would be good, even great. I didn't know it would be exceptional."
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Meals for Life
Science-Backed · Award-Winning · 228 pages
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Questions
Common questions
Is this book only for vegans?
No. This book is designed to be shareable with non-vegans. The science is evidence-based, the tone is never preachy, and the recipes were tested on people who eat everything. If someone in your family isn't vegan, this book is how you change that — without an argument.
Is plant-based really safe for babies and young children?
Yes. The US, UK, and EU Dietetic Associations all confirm that well-planned vegan diets are nutritious and appropriate for all life stages, including infancy and childhood. We include full meal plans, supplement guidance, and Fem's practical tips from raising two daughters from birth.
Are the recipes difficult to make?
No. We built this in Tulum with a broken VW van, power outages, and minimal kitchen equipment. If we can pull it off, you can. No KitchenAid required. Most ingredients you already have.
What formats are available?
Hardcover, paperback (via Amazon KDP / Bol.com / IngramSpark), and ebook (instant download). Direct purchase from eatatliefs.com is preferred — it supports us directly and includes extras.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. The ebook ships everywhere instantly. Print ships via Amazon (global), Bol.com (Netherlands & Belgium), and IngramSpark (worldwide).
"A secret recipe dies with you.
A shared recipe lives forever.
The recipe isn't the treasure. Teaching it is."
Thomas & Fem — Meals for Life, p.104
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