In this episode of the Next Gen North podcast, Minoli De Silva takes us through her inspiring culinary journey. From her early years in Sri Lanka to her move to Melbourne, she shares how her passion for food and cooking developed. 

Minoli opens up about her experience on MasterChef, dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis, and her transition from engineering to becoming a renowned restaurateur with her venture, Ella by Minoli. 

She discusses the influence of her multicultural background on her cooking, the importance of family support, and the resilience required to succeed. 

Join us for an enlightening conversation about passion, culinary excellence, and the exciting future ahead.

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Timestamps and Chapters:

00:00:00: Introduction
00:03:36: From Sri Lanka to Melbourne: Early Life
00:11:55: Pursuing Engineering and Rebellious Youth
00:26:50: Traveling the World for Culinary Inspiration
00:34:58: Arriving in Darwin and Embracing Change
00:50:14: Rediscovering the Joy of Food
00:56:10: Family Support During Treatment
01:04:21: The MasterChef Journey Begins
01:19:24: Starting a Restaurant
01:40:10: Future Plans and Expansion
01:42:52: Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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