Fall 2018

Description

Instructor:  Lacey Sheng
Class Size: Up to 30 participants 

Have you ever been to a Chinese restaurant and wished you could surprise your waiter or waitress by ordering in Mandarin? In this course, participants will learn about China’s food, culture and table etiquette, and will practice a few key phrases in Mandarin to use during their next restaurant visit. You are encouraged to absorb as much Mandarin as you can, however the main objective is to have fun. Participants also have the opportunity to stay active with a fun, modified chopsticks game appropriate for all mobility levels. The course ends with a Chinese Food Night at the Perley Health cafeteria where participants can practice what they’ve learned by ordering a delicious meal from the instructor.

Lacey Sheng is a trained physician from China. Since moving to Ottawa, she has obtained a Master of Health Administration from the University of Ottawa and has been working at the Perley Health for two years. Lacey is a native speaker in Mandarin and also speaks Cantonese as a second language. She has served as an ambassador of Chinese culture in multiple communities and organizations, including the Ottawa Chapter of the Canada-China Friendship Society.