Holiday greetings & life updates

It’s been a little while since I’ve been in touch, and as the year winds down, I wanted to share a quick personal update with you.

As you may know, I was offered a full-time contact position working in a policy/communication role in the federal government in December 2024. After nearly a year in my current contract, my term has been extended! I’m working with a very talented team where I’m grateful to be offered mentorship and meaningful opportunities to grow and learn. I’m truly enjoying the experience. I do miss cooking with all of you, but feel very fortunate for this new challenge!

On the home front, our family made a big move this fall! We bought a house, which also meant a new school for our daughter and lots of exploring in a new neighbourhood here in Ottawa. We’re currently in renovation mode, buying many new things for our home, and hunting down second-hand and free furniture where we can. It’s been a busy but exciting process watching everything come together.

Just a head's up that I won’t be posting here often, but when I do, it will be with meaningful updates for those of you who are interested in plant-based cooking lessons, workshops and events. In the meantime, my recipe index is available if you’re ever looking for plant-based cooking inspiration (I'll keep that going indefinitely). If you’d like to follow along with more personal updates, you can also find me on Instagram at @amylongard or for business updates I’m on LinkedIn. And if you ever have questions or inquiries, you’re always welcome to reach out to me at info@amylongard.com.

Finally, I just want to wish you happy holidays and the very best for the new year. Thank you, as always, for being here and for your continued support.

Warmly,

Amy Longard
Plant-based chef & registered holistic nutritionist... and public servant