Our event was fantastic!

José was spectacular and great at engaging everyone. All the event packages arrived on time and were beautifully packaged. We heard nothing but positive feedback from our team. Thanks for making our experience so seamless!

CAPCO, Mexican Cooking Workshop

Jose Matamoros

One of our most popular chefs, Jose, specializes in Mexican cuisine - delicious tacos, tostadas, ceviches. Cue top chef mode.

@dj.linterna

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Haan-Palcu Chang

Haan has cooked worldwide and teaches a wide variety of cuisines - from Thai larb to Lunar New Year feasts.

@haanpc

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Laura Edwards

Informative and fun, Laura always starts her class with knife skills and kitchen techniques before jumping into tasty menus like jerk chicken and mango slaw.

@brwnbutterbae

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Meghan Robbins

An expert in pastas and pizzas, Meghan will help you discover how to use good quality ingredients and simple methods to make flavourful dishes.

@meimei_robbins

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Mary Luz Meija

A world-class, level 3 certified chocolate sommelier, Mary Luz will introduce you to the world of fine chocolate and teach you how to (smell, taste, and look) award-winning chocolate.  

@mlmejia123

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Issac Dee Co

From a young age, Isaac learned the importance of mealtime and quality food as a tool to bring loved ones together. Learn how to make a delicious Filipino Kamayan feast for your next gathering.

@mrisaacco

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Trevor Burnett

Animated and hilarious, a cocktail session with Trevor is like walking into your local comedy club but the guy on stage has an incredible knowledge of all things spirits and cocktails

@the_incredible_project

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Mama Akua’s

This Mother-daughter duo will make you feel like you’re in the kitchen with your own mother. Experience the taste, aroma, culture, and, most importantly, the love their Ghanaian food comes with.

@mamaakuas

food + drink

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Muna Mohammed

The founder of Eight50, Muna has deep roots in Ethiopia, the birthplace of coffee. Learn about the history, ancient traditions, and sustainable futures of the drink so many of us love,

@eight50coffee

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Matheus Brasilero

The founder of Eu Brasilero Treats, Matheus specializes in all things Brazilian. With a warm, calming energy, Matheus is a proud food entrepreneur who is excited to share his passions with you.

@sau.bake

de&i learning

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Charlotte Langley

Hailing from Canada’s famed coastal oasis of Prince Edward Island, Charlotte infuses her passion for seafood and warm culinary experiences into everything she does.

@chefcharlottelangley

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Georgette Dehaney

The founder of Georgie Porgie Cakes and an expert in all things sweet, learning from Georgette feels like being welcomed into your favourite aunt’s kitchen.

@georgieporgiecakesgifts

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Alice Te

With over 30 years of educational equity experience and training, Alice is an engaging and incredible facilitator. She amplifies anti-oppressive education, feminism, and cultural relevance.

@alicete

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de&i learning

Rachel Kelly

A former coworking space owner, turn florist, Rachel brings her colourful, funky floral art to guests. Let’s make floral magic together!

@makelemonadeco

arts + culture

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Hemangi Jasnani

Jasnani is a multidisciplinary artist and arts educator whose practice is inspired by her Indian heritage. She currently leads art facilitation for organization Blank Canvases.

@blankcanvasesto

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food + drink

Woodland Cultural Centre

The Woodland Cultural Centre serves to preserve, promote and strengthen Indigenous language, culture, art and history; bringing the story of the Hodinohsho:ni people of the Eastern Woodlands to life through innovative exhibitions and programs.

@woodlandculturalcentre

Woodland Cultural Centre

Mud Makers Studio

Amanda Wyman founded Mud Makers Studio in 2018 on Sterling Road in Toronto to teach clay hand-building workshops while providing a place where local artists can create work.

@mud.makers.studio

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arts + culture

Jade Guthrie, FoodShare

Jade believes in the power of food as a meeting point – as a tool that creates space for people to come together. Her background in social work (MSW) brings an anti-oppressive, critical lens to her work as Community Learning Manager at FoodShare.

@foodshareto

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LOHN

With a background in chemical engineering and perfumery, Katerina Juskey and Victoria Mierzwa founded LOHN to bring elevated candles, oils, and mists to the world.

@lohnofficial

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food + drink

food + drink

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Carolyn Cohen

While Carolyn is an expert in recipe development, menu planning, and kitchen organization, her true passion lies in teaching people how to cook. Whether you are a novice or seasoned in the kitchen, you can learn from her at her boutique cooking school, DELICIOUS DISH.

@deliciousdishcooking