# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Savour the best of BC summer! Join Dionne in Burnaby for seasonal produce tastings, nutrition tips, and plant-forward inspiration.About this EventWant to make the most of BC's incredible summer harvest?Join nutritionist Dionne in Burnaby for an engaging seminar exploring the flavours, nutrition, and versatility of locally grown seasonal produce.August brings an abundance of fresh BC fruits, vegetables, and herbs, making it the perfect time to discover new ways to enjoy produce at its peak. This session celebrates plant-forward eating by showcasing simple, approachable ways to incorporate more plants into your meals while still enjoying the foods you love.Through a selection of seasonal tastings, Dionne will highlight what's currently thriving in BC and share practical ideas for bringing these fresh ingredients into your everyday cooking. You'll learn how to take advantage of the season's best offerings while adding colour, flavour, and nutrition to your plate.What You'll LearnHow eating seasonally can enhance flavour, variety, and nutritionWhich BC-grown fruits and vegetables are shining in AugustSimple strategies for adding more plants to meals and snacksCreative serving ideas for fresh summer producePractical tips for shopping, storing, and enjoying local foods? What to ExpectAn informative presentation led by a certified nutritionistTastings featuring a variety of seasonal BC produceEasy nutrition and meal-planning ideas for everyday lifeA Nutrition Buck (coupon) for every attendeeA relaxed and welcoming environment for learning and discussion? Why AttendAs part of our Monthly Nutrition Workshop Series, this seminar highlights the connection between seasonal eating and overall wellness. Whether you're hoping to discover new local favourites, expand your produce repertoire, or simply enjoy the flavours of a BC summer, you'll leave with fresh inspiration and practical takeaways you can use right away.? Recipes for this session will be available on the Events page of the Choices website.? Spots are limited—reserve your free ticket today!Agenda?: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMCooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking SeriesHost: Dionne Legge , CNPInfo: Dionne Legge is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner with specialized training in therapeutic nutrition, supplementation, and the Low FODMAP diet for IBS management. With a background in the clean energy sector, she brings a strong commitment to sustainability into her practice, blending evidence-based nutrition with ecological well-being. Outside of work, she enjoys community gardening and exploring local trails. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burnaby/cooking-fresh-with-local-bc-ingredients-cooking-series/100001996041904067 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 19+ - door_time: 2026-08-27T01:45:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Choices Markets Burnaby - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Burnaby - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Choices Markets Burnaby - **lat**: 49.23106000000001 - **long**: -122.9067154 - **full address**: Choices Markets Burnaby, 8683 10th Avenue, Burnaby, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/912848edeb29eb2f1cecb675ced1960d0c6768bc34549c66bbf83193cc4ab08a-rimg-w500-h319-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1786233802 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series being held? - **A:** Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series takes place on Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Choices Markets Burnaby, 8683 10th Avenue, Burnaby, Canada. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series? - **A:** Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series is strictly for guests aged 19 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 19 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series? - **A:** Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series is organized by Choices Markets. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cooking Fresh with Local BC Ingredients: Cooking Series is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Burnaby, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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