Dec 1, 2025
Get
ready for a deliciously honest conversation with Mandlana, a
Jamaican-born, New York–based private chef and culinary
storyteller. She is the culinary genius behind Made by Mandlana –
The Mindful
Chef. In this episode, we explore how she blends bold Caribbean
flavour, mindfulness, community, and intention into every plate;
how she pivoted from a career in communication to being a chef and
why food is more than nourishment - it’s connection, creativity,
and care.
This episode invites you to rethink how food, identity, and community shape who we are. A must-listen for creatives, food lovers, and anyone building a life with intention.
Five MUST LISTEN segments:
- 05:59 : Update your commitment
- 15:09 : It’s okay to change your mind
- 23:16 : “I live with grief everyday”
- 47:12 : “I struggle with resting”
- 01:07:53 : Know your value