group & in-home presentations

Group Presentations:

 

I do fun & engaging presentations on a number of topics which are of interest to community & parent groups, sports organizations, educators and daycare providers.  The presentations are tailored to the size, age and interests of the group, and include such topics as:

  • Simple Kids’ Nutrition
  • Transitioning Your Family to Healthier Foods
  • Eating Healthy on a Budget
  • Cooking with Whole Foods
  • Active Kids’ Nutrition
  • School Lunch Solutions
  • The Sugar Cycle
  • Feeding Picky Eaters
  • Eat to Play:  The Food-Sport Connection
  • Eat to Learn:  The Food-School Connection
  • How to Read Food Labels (For Kids)
  • Raising Healthy Eaters

Rates vary depending on the group specifics and needs.  Contact me to discuss your group’s needs and available dates.

 

In-Home Group Presentations:


Do you have a book club, running group or mom club that would enjoy a private presentation and Q & A on whole food nutrition and cooking?  I offer two options for in-home presentations, both of which are very popular, particularly with groups of women:

 

A. In-Home Speaking Presentations (no cooking demo):

 

The in-home presentations are fun and relaxed, and offer a great opportunity for your group to choose the speaking topic.  The host organizes the event in terms of inviting the group, and providing refreshments.  I then come into your home for an hour or so, and do a 30 minute presentation, leaving another half hour for questions.

The minimum rate is $200 and is based on a group of 8, or $25 per person  (Additional charge for each attendee above the minimum, but once minimum is met, hostess is free). Of course you can always have a smaller group and just split the minimum fee accordingly.  Please contact me for available dates.

 

B. In-Home Cooking Demonstrations:


I also do in-home cooking (and tasting demonstrations), which make for a really fun “Girls Night In”.  I cook a variety of quick, healthy dishes, and discusses the nutritional properties of the foods, etc. while cooking. Everybody gets to try each dish and receives a copy of the recipes.  The feedback on the cooking demos is always terrific: Attendees find it really helpful to see the ingredients and get preparation tips for foods many of them have never cooked with before! Everyone is always amazed at how tasty natural food can be!

The minimum rate is $320 and is based on a group of 8, or $40 per person. (Additional charge for each attendee above the minimum, but once minimum is met, hostess is free).  Of course you can always have a smaller group and just split the minimum fee accordingly.  Wine and/or other desired beverages are provided by the hostess, the yummy food is on me!  Please contact me for available dates.

 

Simple Kids’ Group Presentations:

 

Have a classroom, sports’ team, or kids’ community group that would benefit from a fun learning session about healthy whole foods?  I do creative and engaging workshops for groups of kids of all ages focussed on making healthier choices so kids can learn, play and feel better.  My interactive sessions teach kids the basics of what types of food their bodies need and why, and how to combine these foods for long-lasting energy and optimum health.  Rates vary depending on group and length of presentation.  Please contact me for more information.

 

Contact me now to book your group or in-home presentation.

 

What clients are saying:

 

I want to thank you for leading such an informative discussion about “School Lunch Solutions” for our parents. Your analogies to teach kids about healthy eating and what food does to their bodies are fabulous. It certainly made the adults think about it from a different perspective. Your tips and ideas were inspiring and I know that many of us made a stop at the grocery store on the way home. You left us wanting to learn more!

- L. Burgess – Centre Director, Oxford Learning

Wendy came and spoke about nutrition at my daughters’ rhythmic gymnastics club.  I was amazed at how well she was able to engage a group of children, ranging in ages from 8 – 13, and their parents in the same presentation.  She was interesting and informative, providing easy and practical ideas to improve the nutritional choices we make, particularly for active children in sport.  We can’t wait to try out her recipes for power bars (delicious!) and fruit smoothies, among others!

- C. Maddigan, Dartmouth, N.S.

Wendy did an amazing job with our students, she kept the audience constantly engaged with her passion and knowledge of nutrition and how healthy choices fuel the body. She tailored the presentation to our students athletic needs and was thorough yet age appropriate. Newbridge Academy would like to thank Wendy for donating her expertise and experience to help us gain a extensive outlook on how to properly nourish our bodies to meet the energy requirements needed for our student athletes.

- Bobby Pedersen, Athletic Director, Newbridge Academy

Nutrious (and delicious!) food, prepared so simply right before your eyes. Lots of fun, all questions answered effortlessly while confidently putting together a balanced meal. We all left better informed and well fed too.

- M. Burgess, in-home cooking demonstration attendee, Halifax, N.S.