Teri Portugal

Teri Portugal is an end-of-life professional and educator who creates sacred, compassionate spaces for individuals and families navigating the final stages of life. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience as a chef and entrepreneur, she brings a unique blend of culinary expertise and holistic end-of-life care to her work. Her guidance includes support with green burial practices and at-home funeral care, offering a thoughtful, grounded approach during deeply personal transitions.

Through her project, Life Death Dinner, Teri brings people together around shared meals and open conversation about death, creating space for connection, reflection, and healing. Her mission is to help ensure that every person experiences a dignified, meaningful transition surrounded by love, understanding, and care.