Cooking Courses

Nicola enjoys sharing her expertise on food and nutrition

Lifestyle and Nutrition Cooking Course

Run at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology

Confused about your food choices? Wanting some fresh inspiration in the kitchen.

This practical 6-week course combines interactive cooking demonstrations with delicious food tasting while discussing the basics of nutrition and how to eat well.

Taste a range of delicious recipes while learning about:

  • balanced eating for optimum energy through the day
  • nutrient dense foods and how to include them in the diet
  • healthy fats and where to find them
  • enhancing digestion with food choices and preparation
  • where to find essential vitamins and minerals
  • boosting the immune system
  • tips for wheat and gluten-free cooking

2009 Course Dates:

Term 3: August 11th, 18th, 25th, 1st, 8th & September 15th

Term 4: October 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th

Day: Tuesday
Time: 6.00 – 8.00pm
Place: T Block, 75 Nile street, NMIT Nelson campus

Fee: $155 (includes delicious food tasting and course notes)

Enrol at NMIT Student Services, Hardy street, Nelson or request an enrolment form.

"An excellent course, it has certainly improved my knowledge and increased my awareness. Nicola gave us lots of helpful tips on cooking healthy food without hours in the kitchen." W Bee