Hello! Cindy Chou (pronounced "Zoh") 周昀 here. I am a professional chef, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), recipe developer, cooking video creator, food photographer, and food writer. I was professionally trained at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, and studied nutritional sciences at NYU and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
I create diverse, globally inspired recipes and cinematic cooking videos, often drawing from my Taiwanese roots and experiences living in North Carolina, Georgia, Taipei, New York City, and California. My work blends culinary storytelling with a deep understanding of nutrition and food science, making home cooking both approachable and nourishing.
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After cooking in NYC at places including Haven's Kitchen and at silent meditation retreats, I have been teaching cooking and nutrition classes, working as a private chef, and developing recipes for brands, non-profits, and nutrition organizations. I’ve also worked as a food stylist for video series and online publications, tested recipes for cookbook authors, and create engaging, culturally inclusive content.
My prior experience as a mechanical engineer working at a startup electric car company allows me to approach my culinary and nutrition work with a unique lens.
media quotes, features, & interviews
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most recent
7 Superfoods Nutritionists Swear By for Healthier, Tastier Smoothies
Real Simple • May 23, 2025
What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Flaxseed Regularly
Eating Well • May 17, 2025
8 ways to get protein without eating meat
Yahoo • April 4, 2025
Matcha 101: Benefits, Caffeine Content, Side Effects & Recipe Ideas
mindbodygreen • Jan. 10, 2025
New Study Reveals This Gut-Friendly Food Might...
Health • Dec. 3, 2024
The 10 Healthiest Items You Can Buy at Costco, According to Dietitians
Real Simple • Nov. 2, 2024
Taiwanese stir-fried clams with basil
Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch • Sept. 24, 2024
How to Eat Lychee the Right Way, According to Chefs
Martha Stewart • Sept. 26, 2024
13 Costco Products Chefs Love
Real Simple • July 29, 2024
Get to Know Cindy Chou, RDN, An engineering approach to nutrition
Today's Dietitian • Aug. 7, 2024
5 Best Substitutes for Mirin: Easy Alternatives for Your Recipes
Greatist • Aug. 6, 2024
35 Irresistible Non-Alcoholic Cocktails for Every Occasion
MSN • July 14, 2024
5 Foods to Stock Up On in March
Eating Well • March 5, 2024
The #1 Protein to Eat for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
Eating Well • May 30, 2025
What Is Vitamin A & Why Do You Need It?
Eating Well • March 24, 2025
Are Prebiotic and Probiotic Sodas Actually Healthy? Here's What Nutrition Experts Say
Real Simple • April 1, 2025
Got a cold? These 7 soups can help you feel better.
Yahoo • Dec. 7, 2024
23 Foods Dietitians Stock Up for Holiday Guests
U.S. News • Nov. 20, 2024
5 Benefits of Pomegranate, a High-Fiber, Low-Sugar Fruit Loaded With Antioxidants
Real Simple • Oct. 7, 2024
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival With This High-Protein Snow Skin Mooncake Recipe From a Culinary RD
Well + Good • Sept. 16, 2024
Experts Debunk 10 Common Egg Myths
Food Republic • Aug. 10, 2024
General Tso never ate 'his' own chicken, plus 4 other fun facts about the Chinese American classic
Fox News • July 22, 2024
Best Coconut Milk Substitutes for Delicious Curry Night
Greatist • Aug. 6, 2024
40 Vegan Summer Fruit Recipes with Melon
Sharon Palmer • July 22, 2024
14 Superfoods To Consider Adding To Your Diet, According To Experts
Forbes • April 17, 2024
2023
- Herbs & Spices: Exploring Staple Asian Flavors – Today's Dietitian • Dec. 2023
- How Much Caffeine Is Too Much? According To Experts – Forbes • Sept. 4, 2023
- Sauerkraut Is Surprisingly Good for Immunity and Gut Health—Here's Why R.D.s Love It – Real Simple • Sept. 23, 2024
- How to Store Fresh Herbs So They Last Longer – Martha Stewart • July 17, 2023
- New Research Confirms Link Between Plant-Based Diets and Heart Health – Delish Knowledge • July 14, 2023
- Superfoods of 2023 – Martha Stewart • April 26, 2023
- Nutrition Influencer Insights: Q&A with Cindy Chou, RDN – Food Minds • March 15, 2023
- 10 Easy Mocktail Recipes to Keep Going After Dry January – cleanplates • Feb. 7, 2023
- 7 Potential Health Benefits of Cabbage – Everyday Health • Feb. 7, 2023
2022
- Everything to Know About Tempeh – Food Network • Dec. 2, 2022
- 9 Healthy Holiday Foods Served Around the World – cleanplates • Nov. 21, 2022
- Here's Exactly What Dietitians Are Bringing to Holiday Parties This Year – Eat This, Not That • Nov. 5, 2022
- 10 Drinks Costco Members Say Are the Best at the Warehouse – Eat This, Not That • Nov. 3, 2022
- Starting an Online Business as an RD Chef – Cindy Chou (Podcast Interview) – The Unconventional RD • Sept. 19, 2022
- Is White Rice Healthy? Here's What Registered Dietitians Want You to Know – Good Housekeeping • Sept. 16, 2022
- Ideas and Tips for Vegan Picnic Recipes – Plant Based with Amy • Aug. 17, 2022
- FoodMinds Announces upwaRD™ Class of 2022 – Business Wire • June 30, 2022
- Is Shrimp Healthy? 6 Shrimp Nutrition Facts to Know – The Healthy • March 8, 2022
- Cindy Chou, Author Bio – Tasting Table • Feb. 22, 2022
2021
- Easy Recipes with Honey: A Sweet and Savory Recipe Roundup! – Street Smart Nutrition • Nov. 30, 2021
- Cindy Chou, Author Bio – Mashed • Oct. 1, 2021
- 11 Store-Bought Condiments These Registered Dietitians Always Keep on Hand – the kitchn • Aug. 6, 2021
- 7 Kid-Friendly Grilling Tips – Delish • July 2, 2021
- 10 Great Ways To Use Up a Can of Tomato Paste – All Recipes • June 24, 2021
- 15 Tips From Dietitians For Better Meal Prep – myfitnesspal • Feb. 27, 2021
2020
- 6 Easy and Delicious Nutrition Tips – Ridley-Tree Cancer Center • June 2020
here are a few ways we can work together:
sponsored content & brand partnerships
In a crowded digital space filled with food trends and misinformation, it’s more important than ever for brands to share trustworthy, engaging content that resonates with diverse audiences.
As a professional chef, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and food content creator, I help brands bring their products to life through expert-driven storytelling, cinematic visuals, and well-tested recipes that feel both inspiring and accessible.
With my culinary nutrition expertise, years of experience developing recipes, styling food for media, and creating high-quality video content, I specialize in translating complex food science and nutrition insights into compelling, culturally relevant content and communicate health and wellness topics in a way that embraces diverse cultures.
We can collaborate on:
- Delicious, easy-to-follow recipes tailored to highlight unique products and commodities
- High-quality cooking videos & food photography designed for engagement and connection
- Culturally relevant nutrition content that resonates with diverse audiences
- Detailed ingredient guides to showcase ingredients and products
- And more!
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recipe development & testing
Years of experience as a chef, recipe developer/tester for cookbooks, cooking shows, non-profit organizations, and brands, as well as my nutrition expertise, help me create easy, delicious, accessible, and culturally inclusive recipes.
client recipe examples
nutrition expert videos & cinematic cooking videos
sustainable clams – seafood watch
bitter melon soup – the sound of cooking
8 easy tips to help you eat more vegetables
engaging virtual cooking classes created for your audience
speaker & cooking demo reel
contact
Let's collaborate – I would love to chat! You can reach me at [email protected]
Let's make something delicious and visually stunning together.
