Welcome to Jeremy Rock Smith

Mediterranean Food. Wellness. Real Living.

Hi, I’m Jeremy Rock Smith.

I’ve been cooking for over 35 years—and after 15 years in the fast-paced kitchens, I pivoted to a healthy lifestyle. I stepped into the world of wellness, spending the last 20 years exploring how food can support health, longevity, and joy.

Over the years, I’ve studied nearly every major dietary approach: Ayurvedic, paleo, vegetarian, vegan, you name it.

And time and time again, I found myself returning to the Mediterranean Diet.

You might be wondering…

Why the Mediterranean diet?

Backed by decades of research, the Mediterranean diet is consistently ranked as one of the healthiest in the world.

It’s been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, improve brain function, and support long-term weight management. In fact, studies published by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the American Heart Association link the Mediterranean diet to lower mortality rates and a longer lifespan.

But, it’s not just about what you eat.
It’s also about how you eat.

After spending time in Greece—harvesting olives on a small farm, cooking with locals on Poros Island, and experiencing the natural rhythm of Mediterranean life—I realized that the magic isn’t just in the recipes. It’s in the lifestyle.

That’s why I created Rock Solid Living Retreats: immersive, seasonal experiences where food, movement, connection, and culture come together.

And it’s also why I teach online classes that bring this lifestyle into your home by offering techniques, recipes, and practices from the Mediterranean and beyond, including the world’s Blue Zones—regions known for extraordinary longevity.

Say hello to your Mediterranean hub

Whether you’re new to the Mediterranean diet or have been living it for years, you’re in the right place.

that teach foundational techniques you can carry from recipe to recipe
to help you set up your space for ease, flow, and joy
that reset your rhythm
guidance rooted in tradition
to bring wellness into your everyday life

Explore My Offerings

On Demand Cooking Classes

Learn to cook Mediterranean dishes and Blue Zone-inspired meals with ease. These aren’t just recipes—they’re lessons in foundational cooking techniques that you’ll carry from dish to dish.
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Live Online Classes

Each fall and winter, my seasonal live online classes offer a cozy way to stay connected to the Mediterranean lifestyle. We cook together in real time, share stories, and build community.
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Longevity Table: Blue Zone Series

A digital series exploring the diets of the world’s longest-living cultures—with hands-on instruction, practical techniques, and stories to bring it all home.
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Easy Recipes & Practical Tips

Free recipes, kitchen guides, sourcing tips, and seasonal inspiration for anyone curious about living and eating well.