Humber’s Baking and Pastry students will take guests on an inspiring culinary journey through Asia during the Kraft Heinz Pastry & Dessert Showcase: Journey to Taiwan and Japan, a live baking and dessert event celebrating international flavors, creativity, and student talent.

Taking place on Friday, March 27, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the LRC Concourse (B Area), the event will feature live demonstrations, student pastry creations, and Japanese-inspired desserts, all highlighting the craftsmanship and innovation of Humber’s next generation of culinary professionals.

The showcase is part of a larger educational initiative preparing students for a unique international learning experience in Taiwan and Japan this summer, where they will study regional baking techniques, culinary traditions, and modern pastry innovation.

Guests attending the event will have the opportunity to taste a vibrant display of student-made desserts inspired by Asian ingredients and techniques while watching two live baking demonstrations from expert chefs. Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in prize giveaways during the demonstrations and engage with students showcasing their pastry creations.

“This event celebrates the creativity, dedication, and global curiosity of our baking and pastry students,” said event organizer Kenneth Ku. “Through experiences like this—and their upcoming trip to Taiwan and Japan—students are able to explore new culinary cultures while developing the skills that will shape their future careers.”

Featured Demonstrations

Chef Luciana (11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.)
Matcha Sourdough Cookies
Miso Corn Sourdough Focaccia

Chef Luciana will demonstrate how traditional sourdough fermentation techniques can be combined with bold Japanese ingredients to create modern artisanal baked goods.

Chef Sarah (1:30 – 2:30 p.m.)
Coffee-Hazelnut S’mores Tart (Japanese Café Style)

Chef Sarah’s demonstration will showcase the delicate balance of flavors and presentation often found in contemporary Japanese café desserts.

The event is proudly supported by Kraft Heinz, whose partnership helps bring industry engagement and experiential learning opportunities to Humber students.

Tickets: Available at Gourmet Express

Books for Bucks is back! 

Have books you no longer need? We’re collecting gently used fiction and non-fiction books for our upcoming Books for Bucks sale!

Sale Dates:

• Monday, March 23
• Monday, March 30

Times: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
*Just outside Athletics

Book donations can be dropped off at the Athletics front desk (North Campus) during our normal hours of operation.

All proceeds from the sale will be donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart, helping kids participate in sports and physical activity who might not otherwise have the opportunity due to financial barriers.

Clean off your bookshelf, donate a book (or a few!), and help us turn pages into possibilities. Thank you for supporting such a meaningful cause.

Innovative Learning invites Humber faculty to participate in a collaborative professional learning opportunity: The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW).

Dates: April 29, 30 and May 1, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Format: In-person
Location: North Campus

The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an internationally recognized, immersive, and highly participatory professional development program designed for educators seeking to enhance and reflect on their teaching and facilitation skills. Open to both novice and experienced faculty across disciplines, the ISW provides a collaborative, peer-based learning environment to explore foundational and advanced teaching principles, refine existing practices, and experiment with innovative instructional strategies.

Participants who complete the ISW will be able to: 

• Implement learner-centred instructional strategies and techniques
• Establish positive learning environments
• Navigate contemporary learning environments effectively
• Integrate inclusive teaching and facilitation practices that respond to a wide variety of learning needs
• Use feedback to critically self-reflect as a teacher and facilitator

Register now to participate in the Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW).

Please note, space is limited. Participants must be able to commit to all three days of the workshop. If we exceed capacity, your name will be placed on a waitlist. Individuals will be contacted via email to confirm their spot in the ISW.

Innovative Learning invites Humber faculty to participate in a collaborative professional learning opportunity: The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW).

Dates: April 29, 30 and May 1, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Format: In-person
Location: North Campus

The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an internationally recognized, immersive, and highly participatory professional development program designed for educators seeking to enhance and reflect on their teaching and facilitation skills. Open to both novice and experienced faculty across disciplines, the ISW provides a collaborative, peer-based learning environment to explore foundational and advanced teaching principles, refine existing practices, and experiment with innovative instructional strategies.

Participants who complete the ISW will be able to: 

• Implement learner-centred instructional strategies and techniques
• Establish positive learning environments
• Navigate contemporary learning environments effectively
• Integrate inclusive teaching and facilitation practices that respond to a wide variety of learning needs
• Use feedback to critically self-reflect as a teacher and facilitator

Register now to participate in the Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW).

Please note, space is limited. Participants must be able to commit to all three days of the workshop. If we exceed capacity, your name will be placed on a waitlist. Individuals will be contacted via email to confirm their spot in the ISW.