About Nadine:
Nadine Hughes is a valued member of our editorial team at KidsAroundCanada.com. Her flair for entertaining and developing tasty recipes shines through in her popular Delicious Dishes Column each month. Nadine makes it exciting for parents across Canada to open up their kitchens to family and friends simply, yet with style. Nadine’s expertise is truly appreciated by our many thousands of visitors.
Jo-Anne
Editor - KiddingAround Canada.com
I have been fortunate to have Nadine speak at a group I belong to on several occasions and each time I enjoy her presentation more and more! She is full of great tips and ideas (budget-friendly) and throws in her terrific wit while presenting.
She also writes a monthly article for our website which is a favourite among our members. Each month her article covers a different topic - her writing style is casual and witty and she always provides a great recipe.
Kelly Harris
Moms Time Out
About Our Classes:
The Cooks Companion is a brilliant enterprise. It is like being in your own private cooking show. The recipes are fantastic and really easy to make. We are making this an annual event.”
Gina
"The Cooks Companion Holiday Entertaining class was a blast! You provided a laid back, fun atmosphere that was conducive to watching and learning! And as a bonus, the take home materials were so organized that it was so easy to go home and start trying them on my own right away! Thanks Nadine for a great night out!"
Lareina
"Nadine, that was one of the most fun and informative nights I have spent in a long time. Your recipes, tips and personality made the whole experience a complete evening and I would not hesitate to recommend your courses to anyone."
Peter B.
"Nadine does a terrific job of demonstrating how to make great food look fantastic and taste even better. I especially enjoyed her "pantry builder" tips and her easy and humourous style. The class was fun, the food was amazing; it felt more like dinner out with friends, except that I got so many tips that I can use for dinner parties, everyday cooking, or for fancier cocktail parties. I have taken two classes with Nadine and will definitely be back for more. I have recommended her classes to many friends and they have totally enjoyed themselves. We even applauded at the end of her last one..."
Kathy B.
"Nadine makes it all so easy to prepare and cook for a dinner party, from stocking the pantry to plate service. It's a whole new way to look at fun and simple, down to basics entertaining."
Julie H.
I learnt more from Nadine in [3] hours than I have learnt in my entire life to date. With her guidance I am now confident enough to finally have my friends over for a dinner party without having to order take-out” 
Paul H.About The Menu Companion:
A huge Thank You! Last night was a great success. Everyone loved the food. They were all impressed how unstressed I was (thanks to your fabulous plan), and how smoothly things went. I served dinner exactly when I said I would and was able to sit and enjoy everyone’s company. I followed your wine pairings, also with super results. I will be back to use it again (and again).
Sarah S., Oakville ONT
Oh my gosh, that was a fantastic menu. And, easy to prepare. I loved the idea of substituions if I couldn't find the item. My company also kept saying how good dinner was. For me it was almost better than using a cookbook because you decided on what works well... and it did.
Maureen L.
Lifestyle Cooking &
Entertaining Classes
Cooking & Entertaining with Nadine Hughes
The Cook's Companion905.849.9007Cooking & Entertaining with Nadine Hughesthecookscompanion@sympatico.ca
905.849.9007Cooking & Entertaining with Nadine Hughesthecookscompanion@sympatico.ca