Sold Out Fuel your Mind
Join us this Matariki for a heartwarming and practical panel discussion featuring acclaimed chefs Shaun Clouston (Head Chef/Co-owner, Logan Brown), Francky Godhino (Head Chef/Owner, St George’s), and Anne & Innes Logan, who bring lived experience with Young Onset Dementia.
Hosted by Winifred Henderson (Senior Educator, Dementia NZ), this uplifting talk on “Fuel Your Mind” takes us on a shared journey to uncover:
1. How important diet and nutrition are as potential protective factors for preventing/ delaying onset of dementia and supporting cognition in general, in particular the foods included in the Mediterranean diet
2. How to make meal preparation fun and inclusive for people living with dementia by enabling participation
3. Gain insights from our chefs about celebrating fresh, locally sourced produce with whānau, and how to use foods in meals that support overall brain health.
If you are unable to attend the live event, a recording will be emailed to you in the following week.
Guest Speaker Profiles
Shaun Clouston
Head Chef/Co-owner
Logan Brown Restaurant, Wellington
From making toast and marmalade for his mum as a child to becoming Executive Chef and Partner at the iconic Logan Brown Restaurant, Shaun Clouston’s passion for food has never waned. Since 2006, and more recently as Co-founder of Liberty Restaurant, Shaun has worked to honour New Zealand’s ingredients, landscapes, and people through thoughtful, sustainably sourced dishes. His cooking isn’t just about food – it’s about storytelling, memory-making, and pride in place. “When someone tries something and says, ‘I’ve never tasted anything like that,’ that’s the magic,” Shaun says. “That’s when food becomes unforgettable.”
Francky Godhino
Head Chef/Owner
St George’s Restaurant, Hawke’s Bay
Born and raised on a farm in Goa, India, Francky’s deep-rooted passion for food began at a young age while cooking alongside his mother. Starting his culinary career at just 15 as an apprentice, he has since built an internationally acclaimed portfolio – including a prestigious tenure at Dubai’s iconic Burj al-Arab, the world’s only seven-star hotel.
A perfectionist in the kitchen and the garden, Francky is known for growing his own produce and demanding the highest standards from himself and his team. His excellence has earned him numerous accolades, including being named New Zealand Chef of the Year twice. For Francky, food is more than a profession – it’s a way of life grounded in craftsmanship, sustainability, and joy.
Innes and Anne Logan
Living with Young Onset Dementia
Innes Logan had a long and impressive career in journalism, media, and television until his Alzheimer’s diagnosis at the age of 56. Founder and publisher of Spasifik magazine, Innes has been an innovative achiever in the Pasifika, ethnic, multicultural lifestyle and magazine publishing market. Innes, now 61, has always been a voice for the community and is known for his integrity. He wants to do as much as he can, while he can, to help raise awareness for people living with Young Onset Dementia and strive for more age-appropriate care and support. His wife Anne is very supportive and the driving force behind The Young Onset Dementia Collective who are working to redefine what it means for people living with Young Onset Dementia, their carers and whanau.
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Dementia New Zealand Presents 'Fuel your Mind'
June 17, 2025
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Dementia New Zealand - Online Event
