11th Edition Brings Breast Cancer Awareness to the Kitchen
Dubai, UAE- This October, Dr. Rajul Matkar, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, women’s health advocate and founder of Reset by Dr Rajul, will host the 11th edition of the Pink Cooking Challenge, bringing breast cancer awareness into the kitchen through food, creativity and community.
The event will take place on Thursday, 22 October 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Glendale International School, Oud Metha, Dubai, the venue partner for this year’s challenge.
For more than a decade, the initiative has brought together women, families, food enthusiasts, breast cancer survivors, influencers and community members to encourage conversations about women’s health and breast cancer awareness.
With 36 years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dr. Rajul believes healthcare extends beyond the consultation room.
“The Pink Cooking Challenge was created to look at breast cancer awareness through a different lens. Food brings people together, and the kitchen is often the heart of a home. By bringing health awareness into that space, we can make conversations about prevention, healthy lifestyle choices and women’s wellbeing more engaging, relatable and memorable.”— Dr. Rajul Matkar
A Pink Story on Every Plate
Participants will prepare a creative and healthy dish of their choice, inspired by their interpretation of “pink.” The colour may represent breast cancer awareness, hope, courage, healing, motherhood, sisterhood, survivorship or a personal connection to the cause.
The challenge will celebrate culinary creativity, healthy food choices and the personal stories behind each dish. The top three dishes will receive special recognition, with prizes and support from premium brands.
The event will also welcome breast cancer survivors, influencers, participants and community members, providing an opportunity to share experiences and celebrate women’s strength.
Dr. Rajul Matkar and Reset by Dr Rajul
Alongside her medical career, Dr. Rajul has spent more than a decade educating audiences about the relationship between food, lifestyle and wellbeing. This work has evolved into Reset by Dr Rajul, an integrative women’s wellness platform focused on hormonal health, nutrition, lifestyle and sustainable wellbeing.
Through Reset and her community initiatives, Dr. Rajul promotes a holistic approach to women’s health that combines medical knowledge, nutrition, lifestyle education and meaningful conversations.
Event Details
Event: 11th Pink Cooking Challenge – Breast Cancer Awareness
Date: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Glendale International School, Oud Metha, Dubai
RSVP Deadline: 17 October 2026
Participants can register through the official form:
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About Dr. Rajul Matkar
Dr. Rajul Matkar is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with 36 years of experience, specialising in women’s health, menopause and holistic wellbeing.
She is the founder of Reset by Dr Rajul, an integrative women’s wellness platform supporting women through different stages of their hormonal journey. For more than a decade, she has organised the Pink Cooking Challenge to promote breast cancer and women’s health awareness through food, creativity and community.
Her contributions have been recognised through the IWD Season 3 Award for Best Doctor, the AES Visionary Excellence Award – Best Healthcare Professional 2025, and the UAE ICON Healthcare Professional of the Year and Champion of Women’s Wellbeing 2025.
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