Ep 79. Paula Mohammed - Peace Through Food

In this episode of the Taste of Place Podcast , we sit down with Paula Mohammed – podcaster, cultural explorer, and founder of In My Kitchen . Paula’s story begins with a unique multicultural upbringing as the daughter of a Pakistani father and mother from New Zealand with Māori heritage, raised in both Canada and New Zealand. She shares how a childhood memory of curried peas sparked a lifelong passion for connecting cultures through food. From organizing events and working in sports marketing, to launching In My Kitchen and facilitating culinary exchanges worldwide, Paula has built a life around creating peace through food — one dish and one story at a time. We explore: How Paula’s diverse heritage shaped her love of food and culture The origin story of In My Kitchen and its global hosts Her three principles of travel and food exploration: Let it marinate, let it bend, let it unfold Why Portugal was a turning point in her personal and professional journey Her evolving definition of success — from chasing big events to cultivating connection and legacy Whether you’re a traveler, a food lover, or simply curious about how food can foster deeper human connection, Paula’s journey is full of wisdom and inspiration. In my Kitchen website Paula's Instagram page The Taste of Place podcast is sponsored by the World Food Travel Association’s Taste of Place movement. Taste of Place is a global initiative that celebrates culinary culture, food heritage, and the makers behind them. Through the movement, travelers and consumers are encouraged to connect more deeply with destinations and products through their unique flavors and traditions. Learn more at JoinTasteofPlace.org.

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Ep 79. Paula Mohammed - Peace Through Food is an episode from Eat Well Travel Better: The Business of Food Travel by World Food Travel Association.

This episode is 00:42:36 long.

This episode was published on Sep 21, 2025.

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