VANESSA LABRANCHE
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​​ Cooking Classes
Wellness Workshops 
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As a Chef Educator, Instructor, and Certified Nutrition Coach, I help individuals and organizations create healthier habits through practical cooking demonstrations, nutrition education, and wellness workshops that feel realistic, approachable, and enjoyable.
My work focuses on healthy aging, women’s wellness, heart-healthy cooking, mindful eating, and simple strategies that support long-term well-being—without giving up the foods and flavors people love.

​In addition to working with individuals, I partner with libraries, senior centers, and community organizations to deliver engaging wellness workshops and cooking demonstrations designed to support healthier communities.

​I offer both virtual and in-person programming for libraries, senior centers, community organizations, corporate wellness programs, women’s groups, and special events.

Workshops & Programs Available

I offer flexible wellness programming that can be tailored to your audience and event needs:
• Cooking Demonstrations (virtual or in-person)
• Community Wellness Workshops
• Corporate Wellness Programs
• Women 40+ Wellness Events
• Retreats + Special Events

Cooking Demonstrations

Cooking demonstrations designed to teach simple, nourishing meals with practical nutrition guidance participants can use right away.

Community Wellness Workshops

.​Educational sessions focused on healthy aging, diabetes-friendly meals, heart health, mindful eating, anti-inflammatory living, and everyday wellness.

Corporate Wellness Programs

​​Wellness workshops that support employee health, energy, stress management, and sustainable healthy habits for busy professionals.

Women 40+ Wellness Events

Specialized workshops focused on hormone-friendly nutrition, menopause support, energy, digestion, and healthy lifestyle habits. If you are interested in a self-paced virtual retreat that you can do on your own time, please go to my page Release & Nourish-A 3 Hour Mindful Reset for Women 40+

Retreats + Special Events

​Customized wellness experiences for private groups, community events, and conferences.

Signature Topics

​Popular workshop topics include:
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• Healthy Aging Through Food
• Heart-Healthy Cooking Made Simple
• Diabetes-Friendly Comfort Foods
• Menopause & Meals: Nutrition Support for Women 40+
• Anti-Inflammatory Eating for Joint Pain, Bloat & Energy
• Mindful Eating + Stress Support Through Food
• Healthy Soul Food Reimagined
• Budget-Friendly Healthy Eating
• Low-Sodium Flavor Building Without Losing Taste
• Healthy Meal Prep That Actually Works
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Custom topics are also available based on your audience and programming needs.

Who I Work With

I partner with:
• Libraries
• Senior Centers
• Community Wellness Programs
• Corporate Wellness Teams
• Women’s Groups
• Adult Education Programs
• Community Development Organizations
• Health + Wellness Events
Programs can be offered virtually or in person depending on location and event needs.

Experience + Credentials

I bring years of experience teaching cooking and wellness education through both community and virtual platforms.
Current and past work includes:

• Chef Educator + Certified Nutrition Coach

• Worcester Public Library-Led live healthy cooking demonstrations teaching simple, nourishing recipes and practical nutrition strategies to support healthy aging, heart health, and overall wellness.

• GetSetUp Guide
– Virtual Instructor for Adults 55+

• Burnalong- Nutrition Instructor (Virtual)

 •Chef Instructor-Cozymeal (please check out my reviews here)

• Chef & Community Health Educator
with New Alpha Community Development Corporation (Virtual)

• Featured in CBS Boston’s Summer of Savings: Cooking Classes

• Featured in BCBS Head Start Program – Chefs in Head Start

• Creator of wellness workshops, retreats, and nutrition programs for women 40+

My teaching style is practical, supportive, and designed to help people feel confident making healthier choices in everyday life.

Let’s Work Together

Interested in bringing a cooking class, wellness workshop, or speaking event to your organization?
I’d love to help create programming that supports your community through practical, engaging wellness education.
Let’s connect to discuss your event, audience, and goals.

Inquire About Workshops
Email: [email protected]
Website: vanessalabranche.com

Chef  Vanessa 
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  • About
  • Nourish-Eat Simply Blog
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