Mindset Kitchen

Gareth is one of the UK's most respected and best-known TV Producers and Media Coaches. He's produced shows for all the major channels - BBC, ITV, Channel 4, SKY, Channel 5, BBC News, worked with TV's biggest presenters, and coached a long list of corporate companies like ASOS, NIKE, Prudential, Porsche, Amazon, Conde Nast...

Gareth has worked in television and the media for over 20 years. He has produced countless hit shows and endless award-winning series across all genres from Entertainment, to Features, to News - Strictly Come Dancing, So You Think You Can Dance, The Hit List, TOTP, Later with Jools, Royal Variety, Eurovision Song Contest, Pitch Battle, The Weakest Link, Blue Peter, Watchdog, National Lottery, The Hit List. Gareth has also Produced Channel 4 documentaries - all his own ideas, and was based out in LA for BBC News working as a Broadcast Journalist.

Gareth has a great track record breaking new presenting talent on TV and has worked as a Talent Exec for the BBC. He was responsible for finding, casting and producing the 4 judges on Strictly Come Dancing – Arlene Phillips, Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Len Goodman – all now big BBC faces and internationally known presenters. And has put brand new faces on shows for the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, E4, Channel 5, ABC America... Gareth has done lots of work in Development (coming up with and pitching programme ideas with presenters attached) - heading up teams for the BBC, and other independent Production companies.

He has ideas commissioned by all the main channels, including big Saturday night smash hits like Pitch Battle, to Channel 4 documentaries like The Man with 80 Wives. Presenters Gareth has worked with include Graham Norton, Zoe Ball, Claudia Winkleman, Marvin Humes, Sara Cox, Rochelle Humes, Roman Kemp, Sir Bruce Forsyth, Cat Deeley, Christine Bleakley, Gary Lineker, Rylan Clarke, AJ, Tess Daley, Sir Richard Branson, Brian Conley, Sara Cox...And has worked with some of the world's biggest stars - Madonna, Kylie, Placido Domingo, Carrie Fisher, Sir Elton John, Simon Cowell, Sigourney Weaver...

Since setting up The Presenter Studio in 2006 Gareth and Leon have also been working their magic in the corporate sector, applying their producing skills to the world of presentation skills coaching, media training and keynote speeches. They have worked with some of the worlds biggest brands – Prudential PLC, ASOS, Lush Cosmetics, NIKE, GQ, British Vogue, Porsche, Red Bull, The Huffington Post, Virgin Business, Amazon, Gamely Games, The Telegraph, Deliciously Ella, SEGA, Newcastle University, Sage, Fenty Beauty, KVD Beauty, Ole Henriksen, The Bank of East Asia. Gareth was also a presenter for BBC NEWS and now presents on TV, radio and at events.

He's presented on BBC, Channel 5, Amazon, QVC, and hosted events including the Orlando benefit concert to interviewing famous faces for Leaders of Great Britain. Gareth has also delivered keynote speeches on presenting and presentation skills for Convex and Confex.

Gareth is also a qualified Life Coach. And his guilty pleasure is...chocolate!

Gareth's 3 mindset messages:

1. Be Kind
2. Embrace your passions
3. And Smile!

Food

When a guest says 'Wow - anything!' in response to what they'd like to eat, it's both exhilarating and slightly nerve-wracking. On one hand, I have complete creative freedom to craft something truly special. On the other, the responsibility rests entirely on my shoulders to ensure they enjoy a genuinely delicious meal. I do not create my own recipes, I usually use what's out there and sometimes add a touch of my ingredients if I feel the dish needs it.

I decided to make two dishes from Ottolenghi: Butter beans with roasted cherry tomatoes & Chicken Shawarma sandwiches. Gareth loved both of my dishes, especially the starter! The effort and researching for the perfect dish has truly paid off :)

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Dr. Nilesh Satguru is a self-mastery coach and compassion trainer who specialises in helping visionaries master their emotions with compassion. After 11 years as a doctor, Nilesh transitioned to self-development, where his work has rippled across five continents.

His work has been experienced by 8-figure entrepreneurs, film producers, cult DJs, and award-winning nonprofit founders.

His expertise has been featured by Entrepreneur, Soho House, and Mindvalley, and Business Insider.

Nilesh's 3 mindset messages:

1. Start with your emotions

2. Don't SEE your emotions, feel them

3. Choose compassion, awaken mastery.

Food

Nilesh is vegetarian, and when I asked what he would like me to cook for him, he gave me this: "I love all food. I am a huge foodie. I'd like you to cook what's authentic to you. Something close to your heart. So I can feel your love through the food."

I have never cooked Lithuanian "Saltibarciai" (Cold beetroot soup with kefir) on my show yet, but I always wanted to. Albeit I know it's not for everyone. I decided to take a risk and make it for Nilesh. :) I served it with crispy potatoes on a side. It is very healthy soup, and I truly hope Nilesh has enjoyed it. :)

If you would like to reach out to Nilesh or get the recipe, please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk

'The Mighty Motivator', Rob Hosking, is a former front-line Police Officer turned international motivational speaker and mental health advocate.

After witnessing the challenges of high-pressure environments firsthand, Rob now dedicates his work to helping individuals and teams build resilience, embrace adaptability, and prioritise mental wellbeing.

Through powerful storytelling and practical insights, Rob shares his journey from the front lines to the stage, offering tools to manage stress, navigate change, and support others. His engaging and relatable talks inspire audiences to create positive, thriving environments, whether in the workplace or their personal lives.

Rob's 3 mindset messages:

1. Adaptability is Your Superpower - change isn't the enemy, rigidity is
2. Your darkest moment doesn't define you, how you rise from it does
3. Vulnerability is a leadership strength, not a weakness.

Food

Rob is vegetarian, so he gave me suggestions such as paneer korma or halloumi. I actually only recently started cooking with paneer and completely fell in love with it.

Of course I am going to make exactly what my guest wants! I cooked the dish a few days before to test it with my family, and after I received everyones approval, I was delighted to cook it for Rob. He loved it! :)

Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for recipes and links to connect with Rob Hosking.

Anna Lancaster is an industry-renowned authority in reprogramming the mind and mental wellbeing. A Clinical Hypnotherapist and certified Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT®) Practitioner, Anna uses powerful subconscious and pioneering neuroplasticity techniques to help people break free from behavioural patterns, blocks and limiting beliefs that are holding them back in life.

Her holistic and bespoke approach empowers clients to achieve rapid, profound, long-lasting transformation – course-correcting them from survival mode to a life filled with abundance, joy, authenticity, success and creativity. She's the best kept secret of society's elite, with an international client base that spans musicians, actors, TV personalities, politicians, business leaders and CEOs.

Following a life-threatening spinal injury, Anna was forced to pause and reconnect with her inner-self. This decade-long journey of discovery introduced Anna to the transformative power of the mind, how to access it to rewire its circuitry and overcome her physiological setbacks. Channelling this deep learning, Anna was inspired to help others. Her unique approach employs a combination of subconscious therapies, including RTT®, a pioneering, multi-award-winning therapy harnessing expertise in psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), together with neuroplasticity techniques.

Because the subconscious mind drives 95% of our behaviour, her work focuses on guiding clients to locate old, limiting beliefs, blocks and behaviours – and replacing them with newly programmed information that propels them to the next level, both personally and professionally. Having cemented her reputation as the go-to expert in this pioneering field of therapy, Anna has helped hundreds of people transform their lives for the better. Her core areas of expertise and most frequently requested ailments include confidence and self-esteem issues, anxiety and working with c-suite execs and business founders to enhance their performance and remove blocks to success and abundance.

These three fundamental issues, Anna believes, are the bedrock to a happier, more fulfilled life. Many people present with one main issue and, through the work, find that it stems from a much deeper-seated issue driving their behaviour. Anna also guides clients through weight loss and control, eating disorders, relationships, addictions, OCD, stress and anger issues, burnout and removing blocks to financial gain and abundance.

Anna is a renowned motivational speaker within the UK. She is particularly passionate about helping young minds and is a member of the Faculty at the prestigious John Locke Institute at Oxford and Princeton Universities, where she lectures PPE students on mindset, meditation and mental wellness.

Anna is also a regular media commentator featuring in publications such as Elle, City AM and Tatler magazine, with appearances on BBC News and Channel 4. On a B2B level, Anna also works with several high profile wellness brands as their go-to consultant. Ongoing collaborations include W-Wellness, 111 Skin and personalised sleep and relaxation app, Stil, where Anna features as its resident hypnotherapist.

Therapy sessions are tailored to suit a client's lifestyle needs and can be fulfilled in her Chelsea-based clinic or remotely online. A personalised hypnosis audio is also provided for clients to take away and solidify the newly reprogrammed mindset. Anna is recommended by Tatler magazine as one of its 'trusted network of influential A-List private client advisers, offering gold-standard guidance in Health & Aesthetics for its prestigious Tatler Address Book.

Anna's 3 mindset messages:

1. Your beliefs make your world
2. What you focus on expands
3. If the mind can make the body sick, it can also make it well.

Food

Anna is quite easy when it comes to food, and is happy for me to choose whatever, however she wrote that she LOVES scallops and so it was an easy decision to make. I love scallops too, so practising this dish was a true joy for me and my family! As always, I find recipes on the internet, and sometimes merge two different ones. That's what I've done here, and it turned out amazing! Anna loved this dish and that's a win for me!

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Steve Lindsey is a charity trustee for Alopecia UK. From a young age he unknowingly reframed his visible difference and now shares his experiences to help others with Alopecia live with confidence. Notably, children and young adults who are at a stage in their lives where resilience and the right mindset is critical to their future happiness and success.

He is also the Challenge Ambassador for his local Hospice in the Weald, who provide care & support to those with a terminal or life limiting illness. He fundraises through endurance events on foot, bike, Ironman and also completed the 255 World's Longest Single Day Triathlon.

His day job is with Lincoln West, an event geek and organiser of the National Sales Conference & Awards, widely recognised as Europe's most celebrated personal & professional development experience for Revenue Leaders & Sales Teams.

Before entering the world of B2B (business to business) events, Steve worked for 'The Mouse' onboard the Disney Wonder Cruise Liner where he trained 5-7 year olds to be pirates with Captain Hook, make Flubber with Pixie dust and learn to draw Mickey Mouse.

Steve's 3 mindset messages:

1. Control the controllables
2. Break it Down, to Build it UP
3. Be the Last One Standing

Food

Steve enjoys all food, so he was very happy to go with my recommendation. However, he gave me some ideas: fish, lamb, vegetarian dishes & tapas. Something light & healthy.

I was watching Masterchef Professionals one day, when they made tartare beurre blanc sauce, and straight away I thought I want to make this sauce for Steve to go alongside nice Cornish sole with potatoes.

Not all the dishes require practise, but the sauce kept me practising twice before filming. I wanted to make sure I get the right flavour.

The sauce is so delicious, that I added it to my repertoire of sauces to be made to my friends when they come over for dinner. Steve truly enjoyed his dish and I made sure there is plenty of it! ;-)

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Simon Alexander Ong, an award-winning life coach, is highly regarded for his energy, wisdom, and insights as a speaker.

With a global presence, Simon captivates audiences in keynote talks, fireside chats, and workshops, where he imparts knowledge on avoiding a human energy crisis through comprehensive energy management - spanning physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual perspectives.

Simon firmly believes that "when it comes to happiness and productivity, energy truly is everything." By unlocking the art and science of energy management, Simon equips his audiences with the tools to live each day with heightened energy levels, enabling them to transform their lives and careers.

Simon's expertise has attracted media attention, leading to interviews with esteemed platforms like Sky News and BBC. He has also worked with prominent brands such as Unilever and Barclays, advocating for improved lifestyle habits and employee well-being. Moreover, Simon's guidance has been sought by influential companies like Salesforce, Microsoft, and EY, to unlock the full energetic potential of their leaders and teams. Adobe described a recent keynote he delivered as 'truly amazing and mind blowing' while Docusign commented that 'Simon's ability to deliver wisdom in clear and simple ways, is energising and inspirational.

Hearing Simon speak, it's impossible not to come away feeling challenged and changed, in a good way.' In addition to his exceptional speaking prowess, Simon is a celebrated author. His debut book, Energize, was published by Penguin in April 2022 and quickly soared to become an instant bestseller. The book received accolades, winning the Book of the Year in the Wellness and Wellbeing category at The Business Book Awards.

Simon's 3 mindset messages:

1. Life does't wait for you to be ready, so live with some urgency and collapse that gap between idea and execution
2. Stop playing small and take some risks
3. Embrace a white belt mentality so you can adapt in a rapidly changing world

Food

When Simon asked for "anything light and delicious," he didn't give away much. But after getting to know him, I found out he really loves food with plenty of flavor. I'm glad my dish hit the mark for him.

I always trust my gut feeling when choosing what to cook for guests. Once Simon mentioned wanting something light, fish seemed like the perfect choice. I thought Asian flavors would work well, and I wanted it to look good too. From his social media, I could tell Simon really appreciates good food.

I made crispy skin stone bass on a bed of light, flavorful curry, with crispy shallots and rice on the side. I made my own curry paste because the ones from shops just don't have enough flavour kick.

I also made beetroot cured salmon with apple and cucumber salad, and he loved every bite of it!

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Cara Cunniff's journey has always revolved around connection—through food, culture, and the shared human experience. She has lived in cities like Paris, where she indulged her love of cooking with some short course training at Le Cordon Bleu, as well as in Germany, Belgium, and the USA, where she experienced the beauty of diverse traditions and cuisines.

Having lived in the diplomatic sphere, she's seen how meals are often more than sustenance—they become opportunities to build relationships, share stories, and forge lasting bonds across cultures and nations. These connections shape perspectives, foster mutual understanding, and, at times, influence decisions that ripple through national interests.

Professionally, Cara brings this same ethos of connection to her work in emotional culture and workplace transformation. As a former British Army officer, she had the privilege of working in the inaugural Psychological Operations (PsyOps) unit for the British Army—a role centred on influencing behaviour through 'hearts and minds'.

This experience gave her a deep insight into the complexities of human behaviour, the impact of strategic communication, and the power of narratives to inspire action and connection. Today, she applies these lessons when working with organisations to co-create strong workplace emotional cultures.

She works with organisations, teams and leaders to kickstart or accelerate strong workplace experiences and emotional cultures which boost performance, strengthen connections and engagement & create thriving workplaces.

A little more about Cara:

• She's moved house 32 times across 4 countries, living in many unique cultures
• She escaped from Alcatraz—swimming across shark-infested waters
• She has raced ultra-marathons across the Sahara desert and is an Ironman
• She has 1 husband, 3 teenagers, 1 dog (and lost her tortoise)
• She's optimistic & always seeks opportunities & solutions

Cara's 3 mindset messages:

1. Curiosity: The courage to ask, the openness to listen, and the compassion to understand
2. Emotions drive everything we do
3. Growth happens in the quiet moments.

Food

Cara suggested to have ingredients of chicken, cheese, tomatoes, root veg. She loves Mediterranean and Ottolenghi and in general she just loves food!

After reading this, my mind straight away raced to form this picture of a perfect meal for Cara, full of flavour, hearty and delicious.

It would be all in one pan dish, and I found just the perfect recipe for that. As you know, I do not create my own recipes, but I often add my own touches if I feel like it needs something different or additional. I cooked Chicken breasts with mozzarella and tomatoes, served alongside crispy bread, pasta and refershing salad with balsamic vinegar pearls.

Please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk for more details!

Alex Staniforth is a record-breaking adventurer, ultra-endurance athlete, international keynote speaker, author and charity founder from Chester, who is no stranger to overcoming challenges.

By the age of 19 he had already survived the two most significant disasters in Mount Everest history, in two consecutive years. However, his biggest mountains have been within: overcoming epilepsy, bullying, mental ill health and a stammer since childhood.

Alex has never allowed adversity to become his identity – only an opportunity to discover his potential and inspire others.

He is the fastest person to climb all 100 UK county tops - covering 5,000 miles by human power in 72 days. He has raised over £100,000 for charity, winning the Pride of Britain Granada Reports Fundraiser of the Year 2017 and a Points of Light award from the Prime Minister in 2023.

Alex has authored two books 'Icefall' and 'Another Peak', and in 2020 founded a mental health charity, Mind Over Mountains, to restore mental well-being through nature.

Alex's 3 mindset messages:

1. I shall either find a way or make one
2. The biggest risk is staying in Base Camp
3. We can't choose our challenges, only our mindset

Food

Alex shared with me that he loves seafood and Thai cuisine. After careful consideration and research, I decided to prepare a light yet incredibly flavourful fish dish.

I discovered a wonderful recipe for steamed sizzling fish that I felt compelled to test beforehand. When I served it to my family, they were amazed by how much flavour this seemingly simple dish delivered and immediately requested it become part of our regular weekly menu. I complemented the fish with fragrant rice and a refreshing Asian spinach salad.

After tasting it, Alex remarked that he had never experienced cod prepared so deliciously and thoroughly enjoyed every bite. Seeing his genuine appreciation made the effort truly worthwhile! :

If you would like to get in touch with Alex, please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk to find all the details.

As a native of York, England's historic Viking capital, James lived a life driven by adventure and personal growth.

His journey began with 14 remarkable years in the military, serving as both a Royal Marines Commando and Special Forces medic, where he honed his discipline and learned the true meaning of resilience.

After hanging up his military boots, James took an unexpected turn and transformed into a professional magician. This new chapter saw him embracing the freedom of van life, traveling to perform and share the art of illusion with audiences across the country.

During this time, James also established himself as a property investor and private landlord.

James connection to the ocean began in 2012 when he caught his first wave, and surfing quickly became more than just a hobby. Understanding its therapeutic power—often referred to as "Blue Mind"—he now serves as a surf coach for military personnel and veterans, helping them find healing through the water.

Physical wellness has always been at his core. As a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and Ironman triathlete, James continuously pushes his boundaries. This passion for holistic well-being led him to launch men's retreats and become certified as an Oxygen Advantage breathwork instructor.

Today, James works as a personal trainer, combining his diverse experience to offer a comprehensive approach to health and wellness.

Between training sessions and property management, you might find him on his motorcycle, seeking out new adventures and adding more chapters to his unconventional story.

You may remember James from Britain's Got Talent Competition, where he brought unflinching bravery to the stage with a performance that pushed the limits of danger and thrill.

1. The mind is more powerful than your DNA
2. Life is a game
3. There is a price for everything

James wanted vibrant salad, made with rare tuna steak. Music to my ears!

I thought Japanese style tuna would be great here and to make it challenging for myself, I also decided to make it three ways. This meant I had to do a lot of preparation and planning in advance, but as always I wanted to make my guest to feel extra special.

As always I added my own touches and extra ingredients, but you may find similar recipes below:

• Tuna tataki
• Spicy tuna crispy rice (Nobu copycat)
• Tuna poke bowl

I was so pleased all my effort paid off, James enjoyed these dishes and left my home with a smile!

James is a UK Registered Nutritionist with 30+ years' experience in nutrition and dietetics. He's co-founder and Chief Sustainable Nutrition Officer of Huel, and author of 'Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us (and what we can do about it)'.

Huel produce nutritionally complete sustainable food including powders, savoury meals, bars and drinks, and has sold 400+ million meals across more than 80 countries. As Chief Sustainable Nutrition Officer, James oversees the development of new products, nutrition communications and matters related to sustainability.

His book, Well Fed, explores contemplative nutrition: a dietary philosophy that encourages you to pause and reflect – just a little – on what you eat. James has also worked for seven years as a clinical dietitian in the NHS, and in the fitness and bodybuilding world where he advised professional-level athletes, as well as regular gym-goers, on their nutritional needs for optimum performance.

He's written for publications on food policy, the neuroscience and physiology of eating, clinical dietetics, sports, fitness and muscle-building, and lifestyle nutrition, and has given seminars across the world on both nutrition and leadership and has been featured on radio, television and numerous podcasts.

James's 3 mindset messages:

1. Prioritise your own wellbeing over others
2. However, be mindful that your actions won't just affect you: they affect others, too
3. Build on micro goals.

Food

"A theme of my book is minimising food waste. Could you make something that includes using up whatever veg you have in your fridge? Along with something plant-based but nutritionally strong - include pulses and a starch-source."

It may sound like a simple request (or not), but I tend to satisfy my guest food requirements.

o my surprise, when I opened my fridge to see if I had anything exciting there, I found a humble cabbage. I was away for two weeks over Christmas holiday and so did not expect to find much in the fridge.

However, cabbage really goes well with James's book theme and so should not be wasted (albeit I had to buy another two cabbages as the first one was used for a practice meal).

Cabbage, in fact, is a low-calorie food that's high in fiber and vitamins, and it contains many nutrients that can help improve your health.

In Lithuania, we have a delicious dish called "balandeliai," which is cabbage stuffed with meat. So I took that recipe but replaced the filling with what James asked. I used canned beans, lentils, quinoa, and chickpeas. I found inspiration from an Armenian recipe and made it completely plant-based (except with a side of Greek yogurt).

It was not an easy dish to prepare because cooking stuffed cabbage the traditional way did not work, as the filling was not meat. I decided to steam the stuffed cabbage rolls and add them in the sauce after. I think seeing a cabbage on the table was a little underwhelming for James, but he absolutely loved the dish and was pleasantly surprised.

To complement the main course, I baked an Oat and Carrot cake enriched with Huel protein powder. This nutritious dessert was designed to double as a wholesome snack for me during the week, and James was delighted to taste it too. If you wish to purchase Well Fed book, and get ideas for the recipe, please visit www.mindsetkitchen.co.uk