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JANUARY 23, 2025
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Improving Hospital Dining Through Compassionate, Person-Centered Care
Culinary Services Group
JANUARY 15, 2025
This shift isn’t merely about improving taste; it’s about recognizing food as medicine something we know to be accurate at Culinary Services Group. Last year, the Culinary Services Group team made an effort to integrate user-friendly technology into our meal plans.
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Elevate Senior Dining with 2025’s Trends
Culinary Services Group
DECEMBER 17, 2024
At Culinary Services Group, person-centered dining , which prioritizes all three of those things, is the center of our mission to provide senior living communities with stellar food management services. The post Elevate Senior Dining with 2025s Trends first appeared on Culinary Services Group.
5 Senses, 1 Goal: Inclusive Dining for Memory Care Residents
Culinary Services Group
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The post 5 Senses, 1 Goal: Inclusive Dining for Memory Care Residents first appeared on Culinary Services Group. If you think benefits like our Empower program would be an asset to your long-term care community, our team is ready to tell you more about our other programs geared toward improving nutrition in senior living.
3 Core Values to Look for When Selecting a Food Service Provider
Culinary Services Group
APRIL 30, 2025
At Culinary Services Group, our sole mission is to help kitchen staff in long-term care thrive something that starts by embracing our core values. And a food service provider should be just that, a partner that provides you with the skills and resources to create a dining program that is delicious and nutritious.
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Greek Yogurt Tzatziki Dip
Culinary Services Group
JANUARY 1, 2025
The post Greek Yogurt Tzatziki Dip first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Stir well before serving. 4) Serve with grilled meats and vegetables, pita chips, raw vegetables, and on turkey or chicken burgers.
4 Ways to Create Culture in Your Kitchen
Culinary Services Group
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
With Culinary Services Group, we provide the support you need to lead by example and create the inclusive, nutrition-focused culture that supports the health, identity, and well-being of your residents and staff. The post 4 Ways to Create Culture in Your Kitchen first appeared on Culinary Services Group.
Prioritizing People in Food Service: A Guide to Building a Healthy and Productive Kitchen Environment
Culinary Services Group
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Start putting your people first with Culinary Services Group At Culinary Services Group, we recognize that running a functional, efficient, and supportive kitchen starts with people. Preventing burnout and promoting a healthy work-life balance by ensuring a balanced workload for everyone.
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Local Hospital to Drive Patient Satisfaction Through New Dining Initiative
Culinary Services Group
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Regional Health partners with Culinary Services Group to provide new menus, healthier choices, and happier patients. Regional Health is partnering with food management company Culinary Services Group to provide innovative menus and freshly prepared meals while enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction.
High Protein Mac n’ Cheese
Culinary Services Group
APRIL 1, 2025
The post High Protein Mac n Cheese first appeared on Culinary Services Group. To prevent burning, keep stirring continuously (see notes below for tips). Add extra cheese if desired. 5) Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, stir well, and enjoy!
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Training with Heart: Building Empathy and Excellence in Senior Dining Teams
Culinary Services Group
APRIL 16, 2025
Dining with dignity and serving with empathy are two core principles at Culinary Services Group, making us an excellent choice when youre looking for support to develop an empathy-focused dining team. The post Training with Heart: Building Empathy and Excellence in Senior Dining Teams first appeared on Culinary Services Group.
Salt & Pepper Shrimp
Culinary Services Group
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The post Salt & Pepper Shrimp first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Remove the salt from the pan. 5) Add oil to the same pan and cook the garlic and ginger over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. 6) Add jalapenos and green onions to the pan and cook for another minute.
Hand Sanitizer with Aloe Vera
Culinary Services Group
MAY 1, 2025
DO NOT INGEST The post Hand Sanitizer with Aloe Vera first appeared on Culinary Services Group. A bottle with a dispenser or flip top may be best for easily getting the mixture out. It will stay good for several months or longer.
Why Registered Dietitians Are Essential to Senior Health in Long-Term Care
Culinary Services Group
MARCH 13, 2025
At Culinary Services Group, our RDNs also work with leadership staff to network and obtain fresh ingredients (like fruits, vegetables, and meat) from local businesses. Schedule a meeting with a member of our sales team to learn more about how staff support is built into our food service management plans.
Consistency Matters in Senior Dining, and Here’s Why
Culinary Services Group
JULY 10, 2024
With Culinary Services Group as your food service management partner, you can completely customize your dining program, creating consistency that matches your residents’ needs.
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The Freedom of Culinary Choice
Culinary Services Group
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
At Culinary Services Group, we’re all about embracing the uniqueness of every resident’s palette and health needs. We do this through our Culinary Promise Program, which promises to never lock you or your residents into a one-size-fits-all culinary arrangement. That’s why customization is important.
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Chicken with Creamy Mustard Sauce
Culinary Services Group
AUGUST 1, 2024
The post Chicken with Creamy Mustard Sauce first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Stir until combined and season with salt. Add the chicken and juices back to pan, skin side up, and sprinkle with parsley. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes and serve.
Sustainability in Food Service
Culinary Services Group
OCTOBER 18, 2023
However, tackling sustainability can be challenging if you’re making considerable alterations to your food service management program alone. Culinary Services Group is your partner in making your community more environmentally conscious. Design a meal service style that suits your community best.
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4 Strategies for Managing Your Food Budget When Grocery Prices Keep Rising
Culinary Services Group
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Outsourcing Food Service Management and Partner with Culinary Services Group As prices get higher, the last thing you’d think would be beneficial to your community’s budget is investing in a food service management partner. soup stocks, sauces) Implement sustainable disposal practices (e.g.,
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Garlic Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower
Culinary Services Group
JANUARY 1, 2024
The post Garlic Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Remove from heat and blend with immersion blender or food processor until smooth. Once blended smooth, stir in parmesan and adjust salt to your liking.
Engaging Food Service Employees
Culinary Services Group
OCTOBER 4, 2023
At Culinary Services Group (CSG), we prioritize employee well-being and are always thinking of ways to make our programs fit the needs of staff. We’ve found several effective strategies to enhance the recruitment and retention of food service employees. Look no further than Culinary Services Group.
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Campus-harvested honey sweetens the menu at Michigan State
FoodService Director
APRIL 1, 2024
Locally Sourced: MSU Culinary Services has begun incorporating honey harvested on campus in its menus, including in the vinaigrette for its Spring Vegetable Grain Bowl.
No Bake Peanut Butter Cookies
Culinary Services Group
JULY 1, 2024
The post No Bake Peanut Butter Cookies first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Add oats, peanut butter, vanilla, and salt and stir until combined. 4) Drop teaspoons of prepared mixture onto the baking sheet and let them sit at room temp until hardened.
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6 Exciting New Food Trends For 2024
Culinary Services Group
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Long-term care communities are ditching meal plans based on traditional stereotypes and embracing this shift by creating meal plans and menu options that cater to various tastes, textures, and cultures – like the ones we offer at Culinary Services Group.
Low Vision Lunches: Tips for Creating Adaptive Dining Experiences
Culinary Services Group
JANUARY 10, 2024
Independence is just as important as inclusivity, especially if your community uses a person-centered approach to dining — something both the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) and the nutrition experts at Culinary Services Group recommend.
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Building Healthier Futures by Utilizing Registered Dietitians in Healthcare Facilities
Culinary Services Group
MARCH 13, 2024
Find a Registered Dietitian for Your Community with Culinary Services Group At Culinary Services Group, we are big believers in the fact that dining can make or break a resident’s satisfaction and overall experience in healthcare.
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Is Fresh Food Better Than Processed?
Culinary Services Group
AUGUST 9, 2023
This is especially true for your residents that require diet modifications, making fresh foods an excellent choice for a liberalized diet – something we specialize in at Culinary Services Group! What’s Our Culinary Promise? first appeared on Culinary Services Group. The post Is Fresh Food Better Than Processed?
Cost Saving in Long-Term Care Without Cutting Corners in Your Dining Program
Culinary Services Group
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
With a food service management company like Culinary Services Group, you’ll have access to our training and experts in food safety and waste reduction – plus the ability to select a plan that fits with your resident’s needs and your budget. Yes, but it’s an investment that saves you money in the long run.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar & Honey
Culinary Services Group
APRIL 1, 2024
The post Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar & Honey first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Honey Steps 1) Preheat your oven to 425F. 2) Line sheet tray with heavy duty aluminum foil. 3) Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt & pepper and roast for 15-20 minutes. 6) Season with salt if needed and serve.
Preserving Dignity in Senior Living with Culinary Choice
Culinary Services Group
MAY 8, 2024
Since culinary excellence is what we do best, we’re strong advocates for the freedom of culinary choice for today’s older adults. Keep reading to find out how we do this at Culinary Services Group (CSG) and how you can, too.
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Waffle Iron Hash Browns
Culinary Services Group
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The post Waffle Iron Hash Browns first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Top potatoes with desired amount of cheese and chopped ham and then a quarter cup of more seasoned hash browns. 5) Close the waffle iron and allow potatoes to cook for 12-15 minutes. Repeat steps until all hash browns are cooked.
Japanese Souffle Pancake
Culinary Services Group
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
The post Japanese Souffle Pancake first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Place generous scoops of batter into pan, add a little water to steam and cover with lid until batter doubles in size and is brown on one side. Remove the lid and flip to cook on the reverse side.
Salt & Pepper Shrimp
Culinary Services Group
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The post Salt & Pepper Shrimp first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Remove the salt from the pan. 5) Add oil to the same pan and cook the garlic and ginger over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. 6) Add jalapenos and green onions to the pan and cook for another minute.
Plating and Presentation in Healthcare Dining
Culinary Services Group
JANUARY 24, 2024
Start Perfecting Your Plating with Culinary Services Group Are you ready to start perfecting your plating? The post Plating and Presentation in Healthcare Dining first appeared on Culinary Services Group. We hope so! However, if improving aesthetics isn’t your wheelhouse, consider bringing in an expert to help.
Portion Control in Senior Living
Culinary Services Group
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Want to learn how you can access these services and more? The post Portion Control in Senior Living first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Without considering the whole person, you can’t create a menu that accurately reflects resident needs and preferences and prioritizes their health.
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Wild Mushroom Spaghetti
Culinary Services Group
OCTOBER 1, 2023
The post Wild Mushroom Spaghetti first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Add olive oil, then mushrooms, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they are caramelized and wilted. Add sauce and stir for about 1 minute. Add spaghetti and serve in a pasta bowl.
Filet Crostini with Grenadine Red Onion Jam & Gorgonzola
Culinary Services Group
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The post Filet Crostini with Grenadine Red Onion Jam & Gorgonzola first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Add spread of the grenadine onion jam on top of the filet. Add crumbles of gorgonzola to crostini and garnish with chives.
Brand Values: Tips and Insights for Restaurants
Let's Chat Snacks
JULY 11, 2023
As a result, a growing number of eateries are expressing opinions about inequality, climate change and other concerns—and physically supporting causes through endeavors such as donating menu proceeds and providing culinary services at fundraising events.
Going “Green” in Long-Term Care: Strategies for Sustainability in Food Service
Culinary Services Group
MAY 22, 2024
Finding a Food Service Management Partner That Lasts as Long as Your Sustainability Plan At Culinary Services Group, service is at the heart of senior living. The post Going “Green” in Long-Term Care: Strategies for Sustainability in Food Service first appeared on Culinary Services Group.
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Kettle Chips with Sweet Onion Dip
Culinary Services Group
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
The post Kettle Chips with Sweet Onion Dip first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Add the other ingredients and mix well. Let the dip sit in the refrigerator overnight for optimal flavor.
Roasted Cauliflower
Culinary Services Group
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
The post Roasted Cauliflower first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Be sure not to overlap the cauliflower and keep them from being too close together on the pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and caramelized on the edges. Garnish with parsley.
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Blackened Chicken and Havarti Panini
Culinary Services Group
AUGUST 1, 2023
The post Blackened Chicken and Havarti Panini first appeared on Culinary Services Group. Grill the sandwich in a pan on the stove for three minutes, then flip and cook for three more minutes. Use a panini press if you have one.
Staffing Trends in Food Service
Culinary Services Group
JULY 25, 2024
If you’re not ready to tackle it alone, Culinary Services Group can help. Since we’re passionate about nutrition in senior living and employee well-being in the senior living communities we partner with, we work with you to find a food service management plan that aligns with your community’s values and resident population.
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Do You Need an Allergy-Friendly Menu for Your Senior Living Community? Here’s How to Create One
Culinary Services Group
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The dietary experts at Culinary Services Group are here to help. We hope these tips serve as a guide to get you started, but we’re also available to work with you as your food service management partner to create a dining program that’s allergy-friendly, nutritious, and fun.
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