Healthy Cooking Class: Sugar Myths and Smart Baking

Learn about sugar and go bananas over cake in Melbourne!



2.5 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests

  $95 - $120 (Earlybird price of $95 applies if you book into a public session 14+ days ahead, otherwise $120 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $95/guest for 2+ guests) (Afterpay available)

Sugar gets blamed for everything from energy crashes to chronic disease—but what’s fact and what’s just fear? In this practical, food-focused workshop, we’ll dig into the science of sugar and sweeteners, clear up some popular misconceptions, and explore how to make desserts that satisfy without sending your blood sugar on a rollercoaster.
Your instructor, who is a qualified Public Health Nutritionist, will break down how the body processes different types of sugar—from table sugar and honey to stevia and erythritol—and what that actually means for your health. You’ll learn what affects blood sugar, how to recognise unhelpful health claims, and how to make ingredient swaps that boost nutrition.
Whether you’re baking for food sensitivities, trying to reduce your sugar intake, or just curious about how to tweak your go-to treats, this session will give you both the why and the how. You will taste 3 cakes and compare how the flavour and texture changes with different ingredients.
What’s on the menu:
  • Veggie sticks with silken tofu aioli – savoury, creamy, and a great blood sugar-friendly starter
  • Silken tofu, chocolate & miso pudding with toasted hazelnuts – rich and creamy with a salty-sweet twist
  • Banana bread 3 ways: Classic, Gluten-free & vegan and Macro-optimised
This class is perfect for the health-conscious home baker, parents, and anyone wanting to satisfy their sweet tooth. You’ll walk away knowing:
  • How sugar and sweeteners are structured, metabolised, and marketed.
  • How to adjust dessert recipes based on your needs and what's in your pantry.
  • The impact of nutrient-dense ingredients in baking.
  • How to balance sweetness and structure when swapping out sugar.
This class is part of a 3-part series, but each session stands on its own. Sign up for all 3 classes and take home a unique, hand-made spice blend. The links are found on this page, below the instructor's bio.
Other topics:
  • Healthy Cooking Class: Batch Prep Grains and Veggies
  • Healthy Cooking Class: Cook Smart with Fats and Protein
Reviews from community cooking classes:
"Home cooking, no fuss. I feel I can use ingredients that aren’t common to me eg. filo pastry, with some confidence."
"Interactive and informal. A lot of fun. Great tutor"

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What you'll get
  • A 2-hour class, plus 30 mins open discussion over morning tea.
  • Nutrition insights into sugar & sweeteners: types, digestion, and how to swap for healthier ingredients.
  • Share an appetiser and taste 3 banana breads (and take leftovers).
  • Cheat sheets and recipes for home.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly
What to bring
Please wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes.
Location

Correa Kitchen - 21 Bangs Street, Prahran VIC

There is only street parking in the area. The kitchen is 10mins walk from Prahran Station and 5 minutes from tram 6 and 78

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Sonya's Nurtured Kitchen
Sonya's Nurtured Kitchen

5.0 (10)
female Women-owned

I’m a Public Health Nutritionist, cooking instructor, and lifelong learner who believes food is more than fuel!
My relationship with food began in Bulgaria, growing up as a fussy eater, disliking most home-cooked food. But everything changed in my early 20s, after going through a health scare. The experience sparked a deep interest in preventative health and led me to study Public Health Nutrition in Denmark. During this time, I taught myself to cook, bake, and ferment.
While writing my Master’s thesis, I moved to Melbourne and fell headfirst into its vibrant food scene. The diversity of ingredients, flavours, and cuisines was transformative. I discovered a passion for teaching while managing the production kitchen at SisterWorks. There, I led healthy cooking classes for women from around the world and saw firsthand how food could be a bridge: building confidence, sharing culture, and creating community. Since then, I’ve run community workshops, worked in commercial kitchens, and continued to explore how food can nourish both people and planet.
My teaching style is grounded in simplicity, sustainability, and joy. I share practical nutrition tips, tricks from professional kitchens, and celebrate seasonal, local produce with minimal waste.
Whether I’m leading a class or chatting over a shared meal, I love that moment when something clicks — when someone realises that healthy, delicious food doesn’t have to be complicated.

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