Recent Posts
Shaleen Meelu is a Public Health Nutrition Specialist (RNutr), co-founder of a cooking and partner investor in new restaurant concept. She is currently advising on city food policy. Find out about her work and thoughts below.
Protecting the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet is celebrated for its health benefits and flavours. Yet, as modern life changes, we need to consider the challenges, much like all traditional diets.
A Perspective on Food Equity in Mexico City
Exploring the intersection of food and equity in Mexico City's vibrant culinary scene.
Exploring Food Justice in San Francisco and New York City
Kavita and I visiting La Cocina in San Francisco. We also met Shakira Smiley, Food Matters and Buyrite. In NY we visited the Park Slope Co-op and met Prof Krishnedu Ray.
Groningen, Ghent & Grenoble - Cities Supporting the Protein Transition
Renske snaps a pic of Yael, Betina and I visiting Groningen for the Food Trail’s project.
Cities Paving The Way For Sustainable Nutrition
The Things I Learnt From Our Food School
Community cooking schools play a crucial role in empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills to make healthier and more sustainable food choices.
Transforming Food Systems in India
One of the most exciting things for me has been supporting cities in India to develop and implement healthier, sustainable food policies.
Shaping Future Food Culture
I’m in Turin for Terra Madre, Salone Del Gusto. I’ve been invited to speak on food systems and urban regeneration. I edited the title to focus on how cities can shape future, food culture. Here’s an essay I wrote to help me think through the city and its food culture. These thoughts are evolving and I’d love your feedback.
Copenhagen’s Remarkable Journey
Copenhagen is one of 11 cities I’m providing nutrition support to as part of the Food Trails project. This post is about my spring visit to find out more about their public-sector, organic procurement project. Photo by @potapenko
Harborne Food School
I set-up a food school in Birmingham (designed by my sister and her husband, built by my uncle and his friend and co-founded with my business partner, Robert Smith).
Milan and the Milan Urban Food Policy Pact
The MUFPP was launched after the expo. I’ve had the privilege of attending every meeting so far: Milan, Rome, Valencia, Tel Aviv, Montpellier, Barcelona…where next?
Cooking for a healthy body and mind.
During perimenopause, women can greatly benefit from consuming nutritious foods that support their overall well-being, and engaging in the cooking process itself not only allows for greater dietary control but also provides a therapeutic and empowering experience that can positively impact physical and emotional health.