We’re excited to welcome Brooke Heller of Happy & Holistic to our next gather & GROW Speaker Series on February 19th from 6:30–7:30 PM in the Co-op Training Room – free admission!

Based in Bozeman, Brooke is a personal chef, meal prep educator, and nutrition professional with a Master’s degree in Nutrition Science and Policy from Tufts University. Brooke's work focuses on bridging the gap between nutrition science and real life cooking, with an emphasis on time saving systems, balanced meals, and reducing reliance on ultra-processed foods. 

What to Expect

This gather & GROW workshop focuses on building simple, balanced meals through smart meal prep and intentional pantry planning, with a special emphasis on shopping and cooking from the bulk department. Brooke will walk attendees through how to stock a flexible pantry using bulk staples like grains, beans, lentils, nuts, seeds, and spices — and how to turn those ingredients into satisfying meals throughout the week.

You’ll learn how to shop the bulk section with purpose, reduce food waste, save money, and streamline weeknight cooking without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. Brooke’s approach is practical, approachable, and designed to work with real schedules and real kitchens.

Key Takeaways

• How to build a versatile pantry using bulk staples that work across multiple meals

• Time-saving meal prep strategies that reduce food waste and grocery costs

• Simple ways to turn grains, beans, and spices into balanced, nourishing meals

Whether you’re new to meal prep or looking to cook more intentionally, this workshop offers tools you can use right away to feel more confident and inspired in the kitchen.

We hope you’ll join us for an evening of learning, connection, and practical takeaways you can bring home and use all week long.