110: A Recipe for Intentional Living with Chef Mandlana

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