Culinary Workshop w/Chef Renée Lavallée

Get into the kitchen with acclaimed Nova Scotia chef Renée Lavallée, celebrated for her bold, playful cooking and fierce commitment to local ingredients. Watch, learn, and taste as she puts her unmistakable spin on the bounty of our coast, sharing techniques, stories, and plenty of delicious inspiration along the way.

$50 per person | Includes food samples

Sponsored by J.R. Mahoney Ltd and Chef Works

Recipes: Coming soon

Renée Lavallée
Chef Renée Lavallée is one of Nova Scotia’s most celebrated culinary voices and chef/co-owner of The Canteen in downtown Dartmouth. Originally from Shawville, Quebec, the George Brown College graduate has spent more than three decades in kitchens, championing local farmers, fishers, and producers while creating approachable, ingredient-driven East Coast cuisine. A Top Chef Canada Season 7 competitor and Wall of Chefs judge, Lavallée has earned numerous accolades, including being named The Coast’s Best Chef again in 2026. The Canteen has also been recognized among OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in Canada, cementing its reputation as a beloved Nova Scotia dining destination. @feistychef @thecanteenns