1-day short programme to introduce all-time popular Asian desserts prepared in a healthier style.

Dessert dishes to be taught have been taken from various Health Promotion Board (HPB) recipes are low in fat and sugar, making the dishes suitable for people with diabetes and hypertension.

Participants will also be introduced to basic food nutrients and their functions based on Health Promotion Board (HPB) Healthy Plate guide to healthy eating.

At the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

Understand the functions of nutrients found in the 5 major food groups from Health Promotion Board’s (HPB) healthy plate

Use recommended ingredients to prepare healthy Asian desserts that are low in sugar and fats

Dishes to be prepared during the session:

          Barley Dessert

          Snow White Coconut Cocktail served in Coconut Cups

          Puree of Yam with Gingko Nuts

Anyone aspiring to learn something new and upskill  

This programme is suitable for the following participants:

Kitchen manager tasked with menu planning in small to medium scale restaurants and / or catering who are keen to introduce healthy and nutritious dishes to their menus

Kitchen manager working in nursing homes looking to enhance menus with healthier food options

Cooks and / or staff tasked with preparing meals at childcare centres

Cooks from catering companies

Canteen operators for schools and other institutions

Food and Nutrition teachers from secondary schools, tertiary institutions and special schools offering culinary arts programmes to students

The programme will be delivered through lectures, show & tell, demonstration and hands-on practise.

At the end of the programme, participants will be awarded with a certificate of attendance issued by Eduquest International Institute.