Dubbed ‘Queen of Culinary Bling’ or the ‘Happy Chef’ by her students, Mel’s clever cooking approach focuses on simple versatile recipes with time spent on excellent presentation.

The enthusiastic, entertaining, award winning African-Australian chef and cooking school owner says with a little know how anyone can plate up spectacular spreads similar to what you’d expect to see in five-star restaurants.

Mel is brilliant at making every day dishes dazzling. She promises that after one of her classes you will live happily ever after. She ardently believes that even boring mince and chicken breasts can be absolutely sexy.

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Talking to Mel on this Podcast was like talking to an old friend – there was fun, laughter and a sense of connection. Mel, also explains how we need to ‘Back away from the pan … you want the sizzle’.

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With over 30 years in the construction industry Becky Paroz has demonstrated her unique leadership abilities on some of the most demanding projects in Australia. As a successful Engineer and industry leading Project Manager she is a Director in three companies and a global professional mentor. 

Becky has been and continues to be a speaker at state and national industry conferences; she is known for her use of humour to challenge status quo thinking.  

She is motivated to pass on her lessons learnt to assist and educate the next generation of leaders to become high achievers like herself.  

She is the winner of many awards, including the Top Ten YMag Women to Watch for 2019, the NAWIC Qld Crystal Vision Winner 2019, and the Fearless Educator Award 2019. 

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Talking to Becky on this Podcast was inspirational, engaging and provided an opportunity to learn more about an industry leader who is putting a spotlight on the construction industry and letting women know there is a place for them at the table. 

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