This hybrid workshop connects the richness of Latin American flavours with local ingredients to create satiating plant-based dishes that highlight the gastronomic heritage of Latin America. We will demonstrate how to transform traditional Latin American dishes with plant-based ingredients into delightful and satisfying meals. Learn how to make a delicious Quinoa Power Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing. Discover the secret of how to create a healthy plant-based plate. We will explore the history and origins of many traditional Latin American ingredients. The workshop includes an opportunity for the public to share stories about the role food plays in their own culture and their cultural perspective on plant-based eating.

Register soon! Limited spots available. This exclusive event features recipes from the upcoming book Veggie OUTLAWS by Linda Purcell and recipes and products from Avafina Organics.

For those participating online who want to cook along with us – ADVANCE PREPARATION NEEDED: Once you sign up, you will receive the ingredient list and instructions on what you need to do in advance to prepare Quinoa Power Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing along with Linda Purcell.

Prep time: 20 minutes / Cooking time: 10 minutes / Makes: 4 x 1½-cup servings

Zoom link to join the online event will be sent 2 hours before the start time.

Presented by Linda Purcell from Veggie OUTLAWS and Laura Cuñer from Avafina Products
Linda Purcell has been vegetarian for the past 12 years and has been a transitional vegan for the last few years. Since 2008, she has created over 1,000 plant-based recipes. This has been driven by her love of experimenting with food and inventing exciting ways to combine different flavours. She is constantly researching and learning how food impacts health and discovering the latest nutritional findings. This includes finding yummy ways to add more superfoods into the diet. For more information go to http://veggieoutlaws.com/

Laura Cuñer’s goal is to inspire people to live a healthier lifestyle by educating them on the benefits of following a wholesome, organic, plant-based lifestyle. Born in Argentina, Laura is a socially conscious self-made entrepreneur and the founder of Avafina Organics. A pioneer in the organic industry, Laura’s early vision to bring organic products into mainstream, has now become a reality. Under Laura’s leadership, Avafina Organics has grown to become a leading supplier of organic ingredients and an innovative food manufacturer of organic plant based products. For more information go to https://www.avafina.com/