Who I AM at INJOY Nutrition

My passion for cooking began as a young girl, standing at the kitchen sink beside my mother, peeling potatoes and watching her prepare family dinners with love. That simple moment sparked a lifelong connection to food healing, and nourishment.

While I spent several years making history as Canada's first registered female Tool & Die Maker, my heart always belonged in the kitchen. When several of my family members were diagnosed with cancer, I was compelled to understand the roots of illness and the role nutrition plays in healing. This calling led me to attend the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, where I became a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. 

As I worked with clients, I began to see a common thread: the real problems were often starting in people’s kitchens. Poor- Quality ingredients, lack of home cooking, and little understanding of how to nourish the body properly were contributing to declining health. 

Determined to bring both knowledge and skill together, I pursued formal culinary training at Liaison College, specializing in Italian and French Cuisine as a Chef de Cuisine. 

I gained valuable experience cooking for large groups in a Retirement residence preparing meals for over 75 people twice a day and later working in a chain dining establishment where I honed my technique in food preparation and pantry management. Yet I felt called to something more personal.

That calling led me to Custom Gourmet cooking for individuals and families with specific dietary needs and sensitivities. It was here that I found my true niche as a private chef - creating beautifully balanced, nourishing meals that support wellness, honour dietary needs, and maximize nutritional value through careful sourcing and preparation.

My greatest joy comes from watching the expression on a person’s face when they take their first bite. In that moment I am reminded why I do what I do.

I'm dedicated to elevating health, restoring vitality, and creating meaningful change -one beautiful, nourishing meal at a time.