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I’m Marina, a self-taught plant-based chef with experience as

Executive Chef in restaurants, on vegan cruises, and consultant

for hotels and private projects across Europe.
 

Over the years, I’ve published 100+ food columns, led and trained culinary teams, and created menus that balance creativity with profitability.

 

I know first-hand how demanding it is to run a kitchen that delivers flavor, consistency, and sustainability — and that’s exactly where I come in.

Tastes to take you places.

“I create bold, modern plant-based food

that excites guests and makes businesses thrive.”

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Plant-Based Menu Consulting

I help restaurants, hotels, and food businesses improve or expand their plant-based offerings. From analyzing existing menus to sourcing high-quality ingredients, I make sure your plant-based options are both delicious and commercially successful.

Menu consult

Customized menu development

From concept to plated dish, I create innovative menus tailored to your needs. Seasonal updates, recipe refinement, and quality control are all part of the package.

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Chef training and education

I train kitchen staff in plant-based cooking techniques, ingredient handling, and plating. The result: a confident team that delivers consistent, high-quality dishes.

Chef training

Leadership & Strategic Support

Need an experienced executive chef to lead a project or transition? I step in to guide your team, set systems in place, and ensure profitability.

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All inclusive sailing

Special experience - 2025 dates SOLD OUT

Seven days of sailing with a fully plant-based, chef-prepared menu — designed and cooked by me, in collaboration with Alvus Sailing.

Ongoing collaboration with

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Past collaborations

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100+ food columns for Croatian lifestyle magazine

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MMINKO 
Ahrti tn 12
15551 Tallinn
Estonia
17083869

e-mail inquiries: mare.minko@gmail.com

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