The YMCA of the National Capital Region is thrilled to announce that the Y Embassy Chef Showcase is back for another delicious year!
This fall, the YMCA is returning with talented Chefs showcasing world cuisines, in the spirit of friendly competition, cultural diversity and inclusion. Guests will have the opportunity to taste authentic dishes and beverages from Ottawa’s embassies representing all regions of the world. Between each bite and sip, attendees
will enjoy dazzling performances of international music, dancers, and entertainers.
2024 Embassy Chef Showcase:
Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Time: 6PM to 9PM
Location (New!): Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park
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Honourary Chair, Margaret Dickenson
Margaret Dickenson is a world-renowned cookbook author, columnist and television host. Margaret earned a degree in foods and nutrition from the University of Guelph, and has traveled around the world with her late husband, Larry Dickenson, who served as a respected member of Canada's diplomatic corps.
Her cookbooks including From the Ambassador's Table and Margaret's Table - Easy Cooking & Inspiring Entertaining have been recognized with many international awards. For five years she hosted an award-winning cooking and entertaining show on Rogers television called Margaret's Sense of Occasion.
In 2011, Margaret was named as Alumna of Honour by the University of Guelph Alumni Association.
Photos from the 2023 Y Embassy Chef Showcase
About the CauseSince 1867, the YMCA of the National Capital Region has been at the centre of the community, helping people of all backgrounds, ages and abilities live engaging, more rewarding lives. A charity dedicated to the health of individuals, families and communities, the Y is proud to offer a wide variety of programs, including services for Newcomers to Canada, language assessment, emergency housing, summer camp, Second Stage Housing for at-risk youth, TRY women's housing, employment services, and so much more. 100% of the proceeds raised by the Y Embassy Chef Showcase will be put to work helping those who need it most within the National Capital Region. Your support helps our Y continue to provide vital programs and services to the families and children in our community that rely on them. |
A World of Flavour
Thank you to the 2024 Y Embassy Chef Showcase's participating Embassies including:
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Interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities?
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