As a parent, nothing quite prepares you for the emotional toll of watching your child struggle with eating. It can feel overwhelming and isolating at times, but you don’t have to face it alone. At The Flavour Academy, I’m here to transform those moments of frustration and uncertainty into opportunities for growth, helping you create positive, nourishing mealtimes filled with confidence and joy. Every child’s journey with food is unique, and together, we’ll build a path that works best for you and your little one.
Zenia Deogan, Founder of The Flavour Academy
Why The Flavour Academy
Empowerment & Personalisation
We empower families, caregivers, and businesses with tailored, practical strategies that fit their unique needs. Our approach is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to navigate every stage of the weaning and feeding journey, ensuring you feel in control and supported.
Expertise & Integrity
Backed by over a decade of experience in Nutrition, Food Science, and Sensory Science, we provide evidence-based, cutting-edge solutions with honesty and transparency. You can trust that everything we offer is grounded in integrity and professionalism.
Compassion & Positivity
We approach every family and business with kindness, empathy, and understanding. Our goal is to create a positive, stress-free environment where challenges are met with support, joy, and the encouragement to build lasting, healthy food habits.
I started The Flavour Academy just after weaning my baby as it really opened my eyes to all the emotions of overwhelm, anxiety, challenges, highs and lows of introducing solids to your baby—not forgetting, of course, the amount of information you are inundated with online when you want to fill gaps in your knowledge. Combining my vast industry and personal experience, I became passionate about educating individuals and families on how to evoke the senses with flavoursome food through The Flavour Academy's online courses, bespoke weaning consultations, and workshops.
With extensive experience in leading food, beverage, home, and personal care companies, I am continually fascinated by how we use sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing to shape our food experiences, and I channel this fascination into creating unforgettable, sensory-rich meals that connect families on a deeper level. At The Flavour Academy, we offer a range of services and support designed to help you build the right foundation and gain confidence in weaning and feeding your baby. Whether you’re a first-time parent or navigating weaning for the second time, we are here to guide you through every step of the journey.
Our expertise spans 8 key topic areas, from introducing solids and understanding nutrition to dealing with fussy eating and creating stress-free mealtimes. We know that every weaning journey is unique, and we are committed to helping you overcome any challenges along the way. For businesses, caregivers, and corporate clients, my extensive experience in Sensory Science, Food Science, and Nutrition allows me to provide tailored solutions that benefit your teams and customers. Whether you’re looking for expert insights, product testing, or content creation, my goal is to help you deliver exceptional results.
I am passionate about supporting families and businesses alike in creating positive food experiences that lead to a lifetime of healthy eating habits. When you work with me, you’re not just gaining an expert—you’re partnering with someone who understands the emotional and practical challenges you face and is committed to your success.
Let’s work together to build the foundation for your child’s health and happiness, and ensure your business thrives with the expertise and insight I bring from over a decade in the industry.
The Flavour Academy
Zenia Deogan Qualifications
BSc in Food Science and Nutrition
MRes in Sensory Science
10+ years of experience in Sensory and Consumer Research with leading brands like Danone, Premier Foods, and Tesco.
Zenia Deogan Career Moments
Author - 1st Family Cookbook Published August 2023
Weaning World Awards 2023 - Best Expert - GOLDÂ
Head of Nutrition at That’s Scrummy
Nutrition, Weaning Expert and Brand Ambassador for Eden’s Bloom
Weaning Expert for Cheeky Rascals and Tidy Tot
Speaker at high-profile events such as The Baby Show, Private International Schools and BBC Radio/TV appearances.
