MasterChef Australia Contestant Melanie Persson on Cooking Gluten Free with Passion

A Gluten Free Podcast Episode 23 Today, I’m excited to welcome Melanie Persson, a MasterChef Australia contestant and passionate gluten-free cook. Melanie shares how her coeliac diagnosis six years ago shifted her relationship with food and sparked a new culinary journey.We’ll talk about her experience on MasterChef Australia, the challenges and triumphs of adapting to gluten-free cooking, and the incredible community she’s connected with along the way. Melanie’s mission is to prove that gluten-free food can be just as bold, delicious, and creative as any other cuisine — and she’s determined to inspire others by sharing her skills and recipes.A proud Western Australian, Melanie is already dreaming big about publishing cookbooks that showcase beautiful, flavour-packed gluten-free dishes — ones that never compromise on taste or complexity.🔗 Links & ResourcesFollow Melanie Persson on Instagram: @theveryhungrycoeliacWatch MasterChef Australia: [Link to show]📩 Get in TouchFind me on Instagram: @a.gffamilyEmail: [email protected] also write a regular column called Gluten Free Dad for The Australian Coeliac magazine, released quarterly for Coeliac Australia members.⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast shares personal experiences and opinions, and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any health or diet decisions.Head to happytummies.com.au & use our code GFCHRISTMAS to save 20% off Free From Family Co everyday range! Valid from 8th Nov - 25th December, 2025.  Up to 25% discounts on Bask & Co products site-wide and with NO discount codes required! FREE shipping on orders over $99. Only while stocks last! Shop here🥣 Celiac Cruise - a 100% gluten free vacation cruise is setting sail on two Australian cruises in 2026: one to the South Pacific and the other to New Zealand. There'll of course be awesome 100% gluten free food onboard, heaps of fun stuff to do, educational talks and a community of people who understand each other. Buy your tickets here & see ya onboard gluten free fam! 

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