Speakers Profile - Mindy Woods










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Regional New South Wales/ACT

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Mindy Woods, a proud Bundjalung woman from the Widjabul Wia bul clan in Northern Rivers NSW, Australia, embodies culinary excellence and cultural connection.

Mindy Transitioned from Physiotherapist to MasterChef AU contestant (4th in 2012, favourite in 2022).

She is also the former CEO of Lotus Dining.

Mindy's vision led her back to country in 2020, birthing 'Karkalla' in Byron Bay. Karkalla intertwines indigenous culture with gastronomy, spotlighting Earth's oldest foods.

Her culinary journey garnered attention from media giants like Daily Telegraph, Gourmet Traveller, and the Australian Good Food Guide.

Mindy, the first female indigenous chef to earn a 'Chefs Hat' in AGFG, elevates indigenous cuisine globally.