I had been honoured to receive the Ignazio Bondi award in early 2019 for the exceptional knowledge of Food Theory. You can read some of Food Theory blog publications HERE.

In 2018, I had been working on a Colorectal Cancer Canada project as part of GBC Food Innovation & Research Studio team, developing and testing healthy recipes that can fight cancer. I had personally developed the Lentil Buckwheat Pilaf with Pumpkin Seeds, Carrots and Goji Berries recipe and Chicken Orzo with Kale & Turmeric recipe, both inspired by my Russian and Cypriot backgrounds. I had also contributed to the Frittata with Artichokes, Tomatoes, Feta Cheese and Rosemary recipe and Lemon Blueberry Muffins recipe. The research show that 1 in 2 Canadians may develop some sort of cancer during their lifetime, and 50% of cancers are actually preventable and influenced by diets and…

In April 2019 I had been honoured to receive the The Helderleigh Foundation Food & Nutrition Award. You can read my journey interview on their webpage. You can read more of my notes on nutrition HERE.