Thanksgiving 2018 – with Vegan Options

Even though each of us recall our family traditions for thanksgiving as a food service professional I have more than one household or community to consider and perhaps I can offer both today. In the Community I work… With a diversity in residents it is important to receive feedback from everyone to consider what is […]

Kitchen 101 – The Required Staples for EVERY Pantry

So many ask me what are the ingredients EVERY pantry should have? For me it is quite simple Dry staples include: Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Pepper, Spices (Bay leaf, basil, curry, oregano, sage, poultry seasoning, seasoning salt), a few dry pastas, a few different rice types, cornmeal, cornstarch, dry legumes, beans, lentils, […]

Winter Soups and Other Favorites

Happy New Year and welcome to Winter- In Canada at least! All items with # are veggie friendly. What’s better than something warm after a long day at work in the middle of winter. Soup is one of my favorites because you can prep it all in the morning or night before, toss it into […]