Yvonne Maffei
Chef, Author, and Consultant to Governments, NGOs & Global Brands on Culinary & Cultural Diplomacy Projects | Strategic Advisor
Yvonne Maffei is an international culinary and cultural strategist working at the intersection of the global Halal economy, sustainable trade, and diplomacy. Her mission is to bridge cultures and economies through food, fostering trust, understanding, and economic opportunity across regions.
With deep experience in Halal markets, culinary heritage, and food security, she advises organizations, consulates, and businesses on strategies to harness the power of culinary diplomacy and ethical trade. She believes food is not only nourishment but also a powerful diplomatic tool for building cooperation and prosperity.
As founder of My Halal Kitchen & Marketplace, she's built a unique platform that connects artisanal Halal producers with conscious consumers, showcasing the beauty and diversity of Halal culinary traditions. She is focused on positioning MHK as a sustainable, scalable brand that reflects my vision while empowering others to lead its daily operations.
Her work has allowed her to engage extensively with diplomatic circles, including the Consular Generals of Italy, Türkiye and Afghanistan, and she is passionate about contributing to global conversations on food systems, cultural diplomacy, and trade policy.
