Dr Chintal Patel

Dr Chintal Patel is a British Indian dedicated NHS GP based in the bustling heart of London, bringing over two decades of clinical experience to her practice. She is not just a medical professional, but also a loving wife and mother of two wonderful boys. With a passion for nutrition and lifestyle medicine, Dr Patel is on a mission to transform how families approach cooking and eating. Her extensive experience working with diverse communities, spanning various socio-economic backgrounds and ethnicities, has given her unique insights into the challenges families face when it comes to preparing and enjoying nutritious

meals together.

Recognising the common hurdles of time constraints, limited nutritional knowledge and a lack of cooking skills, Dr Patel is committed to empowering families. Her goal is clear: to inspire parents to cook from scratch, providing their loved ones with wholesome, affordable and accessible meals that the whole family can relish.

In her role as both a doctor and a mother, Dr Patel has a deep understanding of the critical role nutrition plays in a child’s life. She firmly believes that good eating habits formed early on have far-reaching benefits. In her book, she shares invaluable time-saving kitchen tips and expert advice on feeding picky eaters.

Dr Patel thrives on creating enticing recipes that broaden children’s palates and foster a positive relationship with food. Through her book, she generously imparts these insights, equipping other families with the tools to nurture healthier, happier lives around the dining table.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr Patel writes a cookery blog where she shares quick-and-easy recipes. Chintal also contributes articles to various publications, including BBC Good Food; has run cookery classes for adults and children, both privately and at Waitrose Cookery School; and develops recipes for selected food brands.