Foodservice Resources: Winter 2012 by Church Resources

foodservice resources winter edition 2012

winter warmers

contents Introduction

Karen Abbey

Kerry Pinnacle 4

Bidvest:

Menu Planning 3 News

Goodman Fielder:

Pastry

Heinz

Bidvest Hospitality 6

Edgell:

Golden Tickets

Apple a day

Knorr App

Joan Galvin

Ingham

Mrs Mac’s

Nestle

Unilever:

World of tea

Recipes

Calendar

FOODSERVICES Dairy for Today’s Professionals

Fonterra

Introduction

Introduction Reducing the total cost of the supply chain, while improving quality, driving innovation, process improvement and sustainability. It’s an exciting time at Church Resources with so many positive things happening for the sector and across our organisation. At the very top of the list is the news that we have just launched the brand new Church Resources “Solutions Guide” which reflects our ever increasing Supply Partners and their offerings along with our national resources that continue to expand and refine our value proposition for our Members. If you would like to receive a freshly picked hard copy please email your request to: enquiries@churchresources.com.au We were thrilled to have such a massive response to the Nestle ‘Food Lovers Diet’ book competition in the last edition that Nestle Professional has made more copies available and are making their way to the lucky winners in the coming days- watch your sMail box!!!

In this Wintery edition I would like to highlight work done by Fonterra Foodservice, who were extremely privileged and humbled to be given the opportunity to contribute to the ‘Hands Across the Water’ program. I ask you to read the article on page 17. www.handsacrossthewater.com.au Thanks to Fonterra, the CR Foodservice team have offered the cookbook- Hands Across The Kitchen, signed by members of ‘Xrteme Chef’ to give away. To enter, simply email me at MKenrick@churchresources.com.au and tell us in 100 words or less your favourite childhood memory or recipe involving food. The four best responses will win a signed copy of the very moving ‘Hands Across The Kitchen’ cookbook. Entries close 30th July

FOODSERVICES Dairy for Today’s Professionals

Good luck in the book giveaway and mindful eating this Winter! Martin Kenrick Senior Supply Manager

Expert

Karen Abbey: Menu Planning in Aged Care Why all food products have value. In our society we are all encouraged to follow some simple nutrition rules. In our society we are all encouraged to follow some simple nutrition rules and these stem from the Dietary guidelines for Adults and include: ÆÆ Reduced fat foods; ÆÆ Moderate sugar intake; ÆÆ Foods high in fibre; and ÆÆ Low salt. When we think of menu planning for residents in aged care facilities we need to think a little differently. Aged care is unique for the following reasons: ÆÆ It is the resident’s home; ÆÆ Often residents do not have access to shops or individual refrigerators; ÆÆ Each resident is unique with their own food preferences; ÆÆ Chefs are catering for a group but still aiming to satisfy the individuals; ÆÆ Highly regulated industry; and ÆÆ High levels of food safety are required at all times. The critical factor for the development of menus is remembering that this is the resident’s home. This means that foodservice has a responsibility to deliver home like foods. Most importantly menus need to by enjoyable while ensuring the nutritional needs of the residents are met. Last but not least, consideration should be given to the dining room experience to make sure that the whole food experience is a positive one for the residents. Often the debate about party pies and sausage rolls comes up and I get calls from aged care facilities with concerns from staff about fish fingers and frankfurts on the menu. What should foodservice in aged care really be trying to achieve? I think the following elements are very important: ÆÆ Provide people with quality food, full of flavour; ÆÆ Set up a pleasant dining experience that extends beyond the food; ÆÆ Use the food based memories of the residents to create a feeling of security and a sense of familiarity; ÆÆ Include foods that could be considered ‘treats’ on the menu; ÆÆ Include a variety of different foods thinking about flavour, texture and colours; ÆÆ Make easy and small portions to suit residents who only eat small amounts; ÆÆ Be sure food is served at the right temperature; ÆÆ Be able to accommodate all residents including those on texture modifications; and ÆÆ Ensure the menu is changed throughout the year so that residents receive a variety of different foods.

Keep your menus fresh by regularly rotating them and considering seasons, celebration days or other themes. Menu freshness is provided by ÆÆ A good cycle length for your menu 4+ weeks ÆÆ Trying different food products - different types of pies, pastries, finger type foods ÆÆ Trying different cultural foods ÆÆ Putting some surprises on the menu ÆÆ BBQ’s or similar ÆÆ Do home take away ÆÆ Get the residents involved in the development of recipes for the menu ÆÆ Taste testing panels There is nothing wrong with some treat foods. If we all examine our own food habits we all have treats we like. Food products like pies, sausage rolls, mini quiches, frankfurts, fish fingers, fish cocktails and chicken wings are important to have on the menu if they appeal to the residents. Never underestimate the power of food. What is not always considered healthy can make the difference between a resident eating sufficiently or not. Often small highly flavoursome foods are what are needed when a resident’s appetite is poor. What that looks like for each resident will differ, however, foodservices needs to food strategies that accommodate the differences. Karen Abbey

Aged Care Foodservice Specialist Dietitian A free copy of Food and Nutrition Journal For your FREE copy of the electronic Food and Nutrition Journal please go to the Nutrition and Catering website to sign up for the FANJournal: http://www.nutcat.com.au/fan_journal_3.html

New Partner

BIDVEST PLANNING AND COSTING SOFTWARE Menu/recipe planning and costing software is a critical tool for any business in the foodservice industry. Unfortunately, the software is extremely expensive, and for most businesses is too costly to buy. Enter Bidvest Australia which includes this for FREE as part of their ‘findfast’ sites.

The Bidvest planning and costing facility is available to all of its customers who use their online ordering facilities across their foodservice, hospitality and fresh divisions. Created specifically for the foodservice industry with assistance from chefs and business owners, the Bidvest planning and costing facility allows customers to: • • • •

Create recipes and menus View a variety of costs for recipes or menus Create orders directly from recipes and menus Adjust the number of servings or price to obtain a price per serve (per head) and/or gross margin – Also available for hospitality equipment! • Factor in utilities or labour costs – Also available for hospitality equipment!

For hospitality products customers can: • Create and cost settings for a table or banquet • Enable control of capital expenditure • Monitor costs of fixtures, fittings and equipment (FF&E)

The facility is widely acclaimed and is regularly updated with improved modifications to help customers. Customer support facilities have also been put in place. An easy to follow user guide is available for anyone wanting to use this facility and in addition to that, customers can also contact their local Bidvest Branch or email the e commerce team directly at ecommerce@bidvest.com.au if they have any questions. So why not give it a go and see what this fantastic tool can do for you. If you get stuck, help is just a click away.

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Kerry Pinnacle: Mixing it up All you knead to know about reaching the pinnacle of bakery efficiency. Ridiculously early starts, double shifts, hellishly hot kitchens and lost weekends. These are some of the challenges chefs, cooks and bakers are faced with today. However, advancement in bakery technology means that kitchens do not have to be completely exposed to these elements anymore. The Romans were scratch baking thousands of years ago, and until recently, the process hadn’t changed all that much. To bake mouth-watering products chefs, cooks, bakers and pastry chefs undertook gruelling apprenticeships under seasoned masters to be able to create their buttery works of art. It was a process that required skill, passion and commitment. That was until premixes and frozen prepared products entered the fold. Now, it is not uncommon for low skilled or casual staff to co-ordinate the once so meticulous tasks. With growing commercial demand, tighter operating margins, consistency and greater volume expectations coming to the fore, bakers have never been under so much pressure to come up with the goods. Cakes, muffins, scones, breads, cookies, profiteroles, lamingtons, donuts and meat pies are just some of the products that can be whipped up in a fraction of the time it would take to bake from scratch. Some of the advantages of using premixes include: ÆÆ Decrease in need for specialty staff ÆÆ Decrease in preparation time ÆÆ Increased levels of consistency ÆÆ Freeing up kitchen labour ÆÆ Leaving room for product customisation with flavours and inclusions ÆÆ Simplifying ingredient costs For those looking to sell bakery items with close to no preparation time, there are the frozen ready to serve (RTS), or ready to bake (RTB) options. Having a product that is ready to be placed on shelves or into an oven for a short bake drastically reduces labour, cost and time.

The idea of frozen bakery may have some operators treading cautiously as the “daily-fresh” model is something to which they are accustomed. Our research has shown that snap frozen products retain a fresh taste, smell and texture once baked for up to 9 months after production. Let’s consider the advantages of frozen baked products: ÆÆ Waste minimisation ÆÆ Inventory control ÆÆ Minimised interaction with suppliers ÆÆ Longer shelf life (up to 9 months frozen) If you would like more practical information on how Kerry Pinnacle can help you increase your efficiency with bakery goods, you would like to request samples or would like one of our friendly bakery technicians to assist you on site, please call our customer service team on 1300 350 855, by email enquiries@kerrypinnacle.com.au or view our online product catalogue at www.kerrypinnacle.com.au.

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Heinz: Soup - The Ultimate Comfort Food As winter sets in it is the perfect time of year to think about delicious and hearty meals to help soothe away your customers’ chills. As winter sets in it is the perfect time of year to think about delicious and hearty meals to help soothe away your customers’ chills. We all reach for something hot and wholesome to lift our spirits when the weather turns cooler, and a steaming bowl of soup is the ultimate comfort food. To help you get ready for soup season, Heinz has great tasting soup solutions designed specifically for the foodservice industry. Quick, versatile and nutritious, these soups will not only make your customers smile, they will help you in the kitchen as well. The Heinz Soup To Go soups are thick and flavoursome and perfect for restaurants, cafes and institutions as they require no preparation other than heating. You can also use the Soup To Go range as a base for your own signature recipes, providing your customers with a different soup special every week! Made with the finest quality ingredients, the Soup To Go range includes popular favourites such as Italian Minestrone, Harvest Pumpkin, Vegetable & Beef, Vegetable & Lentil, Creamy Tomato & Chives, Country Vegetable & Chicken and, Chicken & Sweetcorn.

Heinz Big Red Soup is one of Australia’s favourite condensed tomato soups. You can’t go wrong with its rich, tomato flavour and thick, nutritious recipe. You can prepare it with water or use milk for a creamier texture and it makes a great base for other recipes such as casseroles or pasta sauces. It’s also 99% fat free, preservative free, rich in lycopene and has a two year shelf life.

And because they understand your foodservice needs, Heinz Soup to Go comes in a handy 3kg premium foil pouch that is easy and safe to open, simple to dispose of and has a long shelf life, offering you flexibility, freshness and reduced labour costs.

So if you’re looking for healthy, tasty soups that your customers will love, the Heinz soup range could be your answer. Heinz are also offering soup kettles for loan or buy promotions, so visit www.joyoffood.com.au or call 1800 037 058 for more details.

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Bidvest Hospitality: New FRANKE Coffee Systems This winter, Bidvest Hospitality is excited to introduce to Church Resources Members, New FRANKE Coffee Systems for your facility. The revolutionarily designed Pura Fresco; Evolution Basic ‘Black’ CF2, Evoluation Plus Foam Master and Spectra Black S Foam Master have given FRANKE Coffee Systems and Bidvest hospitality plenty to shout about this winter. FRANKE Coffee –Systems is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of fully automatic coffee systems and has introduced a number of newly developed products and features which significantly supplement the Bidvest Hospitality equipment portfolio offering numerous high quality coffee equipment solutions. FRANKE Coffee Systems offer multiple options hot chocolate, two milk types, advanced foaming technology and self-service options. Some of their solutions are ideally suited for the aged care industry, with easy to follow high visibility displays), cup sensor (no dispensing of coffee until cup in correct location which reduces the risk of scalding), cup locator (physical stop for correct position of cup), HACCP Certification, and OH&S compliant.

All coffee equipment is supported by the largest national service infrastructure in Australia. This affords Bidvest customers expert guidance on installation requirements, on-site training, preventative maintenance programs, 24/7 service email and phone support. This ensures that Bidvest Hospitality continues to exceed customers’ service expectations. For more information, contact Church Resources on 1300 CHURCH (1300 248 724) or by email at info@churchresources.com.au.

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News: Food fit for a king (or queen) HammondCare, a CR Member, won the 2010 International Dementia Excellence Award for Pleasure in Eating. Read about it in onFood, this month. Inspired by Maggie Beer, HammondCare, a Church Resources Member, has taken action to revolutionise the aged care sector’s approach to food by recruiting a man who has cooked for the Royal family and several of Sydney’s best restaurants to bring his passion for all things culinary to their menus.

food where “the flavours do the talking” and fresh, seasonal and sustainable produce.

Peter Morgan-Jones has embraced the opportunity to bring to the aged care sector his vast restaurant experience along with his love of “unadulterated”

Click here to read more about Morgan-Jones and HammondCare’s challenge for the industry in onFood.

“I’ve worked in restaurants and hotels and have been able to share the joy of a pleasurable meal but what sold me on this new role is the care factor,” says Peter.

Ingham: Turkey Smallgoods A healthy addition to every meal. One major food trend that has been gaining momentum for the past few years is the growth in demand for healthy food. With obesity on the rise and the rates of obesity-related diseases such as diabetes increasing, health food is seen to be one of the answers. Society has also seen various wellknown and well-respected personalities, such as Jamie Oliver, endorse healthy eating and healthy living. Customers are becoming health focused when making decisions about what food they buy and what they choose to eat. So what food products currently on the market are ideal for diets? The answer can be found in turkey. Whilst relatively unknown in Australia when compared to American usage, turkey is the ideal food to include in any healthy eating regime. Turkey is an excellent source of protein, as well as having low levels of fat. Not just tasty, turkey is an excellent source of vitamin B6, providing at least 40% of the recommended daily intake per 100gram serve. This vitamin is essential for people to get the energy they need from food, and in particular for protein metabolism.

Inghams are proud to have a range of turkey products that are not just healthy but also taste delicious. The range includes: ÆÆ Oven Roasted Turkey Half Breast – tastes great, easy to prepare – simply slice and serve. ÆÆ Healthy Select Turkey Breast – low in salt, it is a great healthy option. ÆÆ Turkey Carvery Roast – Easy to cook and serve, already marinated to perfection. ÆÆ There are some great healthy recipes, incorporating Inghams turkey that are quick and easy to make and taste delicious. Try them today! For more information about Ingham or CR’s Foodservice solution, please call 1300 CHURCH (1300 248 724) or email info@churchresources.com.au

Pastry Pastry has been around for thousands of years. Early styles were quite rudimentary mixtures of flour and water. This style of mixture was used as a functional tool. Providing a sealed case it kept the moisture and flavour in whatever was being cooked, much in the same way as people use salt crusts or bake in clay today. The taste, mouth feel and unique properties of the different pastries people use today were not considered.

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Since 1934 Pampas has been providing Australian food service professionals with superior pastry products ranging from puff, shortcrust and fillo pastry.

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Pampas has now extended the range introducing reduced fat puff pastry to food service. With 20% less fat the pastry is a crisp, light pastry consisting of thin layers of dough and margarine created by folding and re-folding. As the pastry bakes, steam is caught between the layers of dough and forces them to rise. As the baking continues, the steam evaporates and the margarine is absorbed, leaving a light, crisp, flaky pastry.

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Making pastry from scratch is not always possible and what makes Pampas pastry unique is: Pampas uses clean, pure flour when making ready rolled pastry. This makes certain that you receive products that have a smooth, clean and white appearance. No imperfections are visible which can occur as a result of using lower flour grades. Premium vegetable margarines are added to create the quality doughs which are then rolled or folded to create the delicate flavours and textures that Pampas products are renowned for. Pampas pastry products are legendary for their consistent quality, guaranteeing that whatever you are making Pampas will deliver you perfect pastry time and time again.

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Simply submit your favourite foodservice recipe using puff pastry for the chance to win one of 2 pre-paid Visa cards with $500 credit. A panel of foodservice professionals will review all recipes and judge the 2 best.

Product Information  Puff Pastry Puff Pastry is a crisp, light pastry consisting of thin layers of dough and margarine created by folding and re-folding. When baked, steam is formed forcing the dough to rise. As baking continues, the steam evaporates and the margarine is absorbed, leaving a high, crisp, flaky pastry.  Uses for Puff Pastry  • pies: meat, egg, cheese, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables  • sausage rolls • pasties • vol-au-vents  • flans or tarts (sweet/savoury) • slices-vanilla cream • turnovers

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Shortcrust Pastry

Shortcrust is a tender, crunchy, melt in the mouth buttery pastry. Shortcrust pastry gets its characteristics from mixing flour, margarine and water into a soft dough. Once baked it is a light, crumbly easily broken short pastry.  Uses for Shortcrust Pastry  • pies: meat, seafood, egg, vegetable, cheese, poultry and fruit  • flans or tarts (sweet and savoury)  • fancy shapes-tartlets, turnovers and biscuits

Fillo Pastry

Fillo pastry is unique in that only a little vegetable oil is added to the dough. The dough, which is very elastic in texture, is not rolled like other pastries, but stretched to the desired thickness. This gives it its unique, delicate, tissue thin sheets. It is best brushed with margarine or butter before baking.

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Uses for Fillo Pastry  Being a very versatile pastry it can be used for sweet and savoury dishes • quiche • strudels • pies • tarts • cakes • slices as per traditional Greek and Middle Eastern recipes

Looking for a healthier pastry alternative?

20% Reduced Fat Puff Pastry 142501 Pampas Reduced Fat Puff Pastry comes in convenient 5kg rolls, 2 per box so it’s ideal for catering.

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handling

Freezing

for up to 18 months • Keep frozen at -18°C l crack is not dropped as it wil try pas en • Ensure froz

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Since 1934 Pampas has been providing Australian food service professionals with superior pastry products ranging from puff, shortcrust and fillo pastry.

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Baking duct when baked sh will enhance the pro • Brushing with egg wa

plastic side up, r, roll out thawed pastry • Dust bench with flou dust the top tly ligh and ove plastic cut required length, rem e bak and pes sha into surface with flour, cut

$500 reward

Church Resources Member Offer

TO ENTER (CLICK HERE)

Shortcrust Pastry

Fillo Pastry

To view terms and conditions (CLICK HERE)

The 2 best recipes submitted will each receive a $500 pre paid Visa card

Looking for a healthier pastry alternative?

20% Reduced Fat Puff Pastry 142501 Pampas Reduced Fat Puff Pastry comes in convenient 5kg rolls, 2 per box so it’s ideal for catering.

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Mrs Mac’s cracks egg myths Recent studies have seemed to quash some common misconceptions held about eggs by individuals wanting to lose weight or to simply improve their health. Commonly dubbed ‘functional’ foods’, eggs – especially when eaten in the morning – produces more health benefits than most people think. Studies have shown that the high protein content in eggs has been known to help tame blood sugar swings (that inevitably lead to food cravings), and satisfying the appetite to such an extent that you are able to feel fuller, for longer. Eggs are such a ‘complete’ food simply because they are an excellent dietary source of essential amino acids, folic acid, retinol, vitamin B12, iron, calcium, and potassium. Surprisingly, eggs are one of the few foods that naturally contain vitamin D and retinal which is essential for healthy vision development and bone growth. Several of these important vitamins and minerals are stored in the rich, orange egg yolk which boasts health perks for the brain, heart, eyes, muscles and energy level. Recent studies have seemed to quash some common misconceptions held by individuals wanting to lose weight or to simply improve their health. Given that the average egg measures 70-80 calories (around 60 calories from the yolk and 15 from the white), consuming 1-2 eggs a day can even promote weight loss and healthy blood pressure. Incorporating eggs into a daily, balanced diet has also shown to not significantly alter cholesterol levels or contribute to the risk of heart disease or stroke. In fact, the high content of omega-3 fatty acids in eggs can make them heart healthy, enabling you to potentially live for longer.

Other fast facts about the benefits of eating eggs include: ÆÆ Incorporating them into your daily diet is just as nutritious, if not more so, than taking a daily multivitamin. ÆÆ A large egg represents less than 4% of the daily calorie intake of a person eating 2000 calories a day. ÆÆ A large egg provides 10% of a person’s daily recommended protein, aiding in muscle health, assisting with maintenance of high energy levels and muscular strength. ÆÆ Eggs contain both protein and fat - and the right kind of fat, conducive to a balanced and nutritious diet. ÆÆ Eggs have a long refrigerator shelf life and are relatively affordable! Mrs Mac’s new breakfast Squarz pays homage to the humble egg. Square-shaped puff pastry parcels are filled with diced egg, smoky bacon and cheese, ensuring you reap all the health benefits from incorporating eggs into your daily diet. And what’s best – this delicious breakfast is all wrapped up and ready to go. It’s Real Breakfast, Real Fast. If you would like more information about how to order Mrs Mac’s products at your facility, please contact Church Resources on 1300 CHURCH (1300 248 724) or by email info@churchresources.com.au.

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Nestle: Keeping warm and nourished over winter Unfortunately with aging generally comes less activity and when combined with the colder temperatures of winter can lead to even more sedentary behaviours... Unfortunately with aging generally comes less activity and when combined with the colder temperatures of winter, lack of motivation to get moving can lead to even more sedentary behaviours. Being less active means we use our muscles less and burn less energy. Burning energy through movement is what generates heat from within our bodies and improves circulation to help warm us up. That’s why feeling the cold is more common in winter and problematic for the most frail and inactive. Warming your residents from the inside out can help keep them more active, nourished, independent and social to keep their spirits high for a happier winter. Foods that warm from the inside out Eating is one of life’s pleasures; with memories of when and how we used to eat certain foods influencing our enjoyment and desire to eat them time and time again. Malnutrition in the elderly is a common problem, with reduced appetite, taste changes, impaired dentition and hand dexterity being some of the factors affecting their enjoyment of food. For the winter months – bring back the enjoyment of food using comfort foods that characteristically provide warmth, nourishment and satisfaction. Think hearty soups, stews and slow cooker recipes packed with budget saver meats, vegetables and lots of flavour filled stocks and sauces for tasty meals that are easy to eat for your residents. Fortifying or boosting foods to help prevent malnutrition can be expensive when using medical nutrition powders. But fortification can be achieved using everyday real foods to minimise costs. Slow cooked meals offer a great way to boost energy and protein cost effectively using ingredients already in your kitchen. Soup MAGGI Classic Favourites and Gluten Free range can play an important role in keeping residents cheerful, warm and well nourished. With 21 varieties that are versatile and tasty, each soup can be eaten as prepared, personalised to meet your customers nutrition needs by adding their favourite ingredients, or used as a flavour enhancer in other recipes for added taste. With soup consumption being highest in the elderly when compared to all ther age groups**, by adding extra protein, vegetables and even some dairy like cream, cheese or sour cream, MAGGI soups provide a solution to help you boost the nutrient intake of your residents the easy way. Slow Cooked Meals - Casseroles and Stews At the heart of any tasty casserole or stew is a quality stock or sauce. The gentle slow cooking process tenderises even the most inexpensive cuts of meat

for easy to chew, mouth watering meals. Serving with some instant mash potato can add to the pleasure, thicken sauces for those struggling with thin fluids and provide an additional source of energy. Slow cooked meals offer many benefits for you and your residents. ÆÆ Cost effective - suited to budget cut meats and cheaper readily available root vegetables for low cost meals; ÆÆ Cooking in advance leaves time for other tasks; ÆÆ Soft, fall off the bone protein from long cooking process easier making the meals easier to chew; ÆÆ Single utensil to eat, no knife required - means less assistance at meal times; ÆÆ Food that counts for nutrition and hydration needs; and ÆÆ Can be made high in protein and energy using ingredients already in your kitchen. Nourishing Beverages Drinking warm fluids in the colder months is a great way to help keep us warm. For the elderly, drinking nourishing warm fluids can offer added nutrition in between meal times. To make the most of this, offering cups of soup and warm flavoured milk beverages as an alternative at tea and coffee breaks, can help boost the nutrient and energy intake of residents that need it. Milk provides over ten nutrients, with calcium and protein being the most significant. Using full cream milk can be useful for those residents needing more energy. Bring back those pleasurable memories of childhood and see the smiles grow with Milo and Nestle Hot Choc Complete Mix. If you would like more information about Nestle or the Church Resources Foodservice Solution, please contact Church Resources on 1300 CHURCH (1300 248 724) or by email at info@churchresources.com.au.

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An Apple a day Keeps the doctor away... Apple products aren’t just for playing Angry Birds or downloading tunes from “The Voice”, they provide a powerful platform for simple, intuitive business solutions. Our in-house ICT expert Jason Sunn highlights his top seven apps to assist you in transforming your business by simply applying the old ‘an Apple (app) a day’ rule.

To get in touch with CR to find out more about Apple products and identify the solution that is best for you:

Click Here to Enquire or visit www.churchresources.com.au/apple

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KNORR

Knorr releases a fully-branded mobile App for Chefs Be the first to download the Knorr fully branded mobile phone App for iPhones, Android and Windows 7 platforms. Follow Marco Pierre White, Knorr Brand Ambassador, to learn the tricks of the trade from a Michelin Star Chef.

The App will be AvAilAble As A free downloAd from The iphone App sTore, Android mArkeTplAce And online AT www.knorr.com.Au The ‘KNORR Taste Success’ mobile App is designed specifically for Chefs and others in the foodservice industry that want to get access to a host of recipes and other tools at the touch of a button, 24/7. “we’re excited about having marco pierre white on board as brand ambassador for knorr in Australia and new Zealand. we know that this App will not only give our customers direct access to a wealth of information that marco provides but access to some really exciting new competitions”.

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− Enables you to view over 100 recipes, search for recipes, share them with friends and work colleagues and save them so that you can easily view your favourites time and time again. − Check out new products being released and request free samples to trial (exclusive to App users).

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− Take part in regular competitions with free giveaways (exclusive to App users). − Learn more about KNORR brand ambassador marco pierre white and check out his latest tips on cooking and running a successful restaurant. − View a host of video tutorials by Michelin Star Chef, Marco Pierre White and Unilever Food Solutions resident Executive Chef, Mark Baylis.

Joan Galvin

Joan Galvin: 32 Years. And Counting! Once upon a time, a lovely volunteer named Joan Galvin came along to give some time to the residents of Costa House. And stayed for 32 years. And counting. Shortly after coming to St Laurence as a volunteer, Joan was recommended for a permanent position as the person in charge of Food and Domestic Services. Since then she has regularly worked seven days a week, producing three meals a day and has even cajoled her daughter into joining the staff. The team at St Laurence love to see their staff getting their families involved in a career of community services. It really shows how much they love being part of making a difference in their community. Joan not only cooks for all the residents at Costa House, but also provides food services to respite care facilities, the Eric Hart Day Therapies Centre, and for all St Laurence hosted events. In her spare time Joan also manages 15-16 staff members and year after year, passes the kitchen audits with flying colours. Joan runs a very tight ship and says organisation and commitment are key to running her services day in day out. “My family’s support and encouragement is instrumental to my commitment to St Laurence. I’m in at work at 6:30 of a morning, and not out until 5:30pm. And all the holidays and special occasions are spent at Costa House. That’s a lot of time not at home! I can’t thank my husband and family enough for supporting me in my pursuits of servicing our community”, says Joan. Joan says it’s an absolute pleasure working for St Laurence Community Services, and when asked about what is most rewarding day to day and what inspires her to make this kind of commitment, she says “making life that little bit special for those that may not have anywhere to go – especially on special occasions like Christmas Day and Birthdays – is what makes it so easy to get up and go into work in the mornings”. Joan’s all embracing passion for her work is truly inspiring and St Laurence’s acknowledge that she might be a touched embarrassed by this recognition but they are adamant that you are not often blessed with the likes of Joan. They said‘She has touched the hearts of each of our residents throughout the years, and have been an inspiration to the rest of us and the Geelong community.” Congratulations and thank you to Joan for 32 year (and counting) of service and commitment.

Who is St Laurence Community Services? St Laurence Community Services is a major provider of employment services, aged care residential services (independent and supported living) and a wide range of community based services for people with disabilities, older persons and people with high needs. St Laurence was created in 1996 after the Brotherhood of St Laurence divested its Geelong region operations, establishing St Laurence as a new and independent organisation. St Laurence Community Services Inc. operates from over 24 sites throughout the Barwon and Grampians regions of Victoria, with over 540 staff and 250 active volunteers. As a not-for-profit organisation St Laurence heavily relies on government grants, donations and community support in order to provide a wide range of services which include: ÆÆ Residential aged care (high care/low care) ÆÆ Home-based support services to people who are ageing ÆÆ Supported housing services ÆÆ Community-based and individual supports for people with a disability ÆÆ Community-based services for people experiencing disadvantage ÆÆ Employment and recruitment services The St Laurence workforce and volunteers have a proud reputation as deliverers of high quality human services and a range of ancillary support options designed to keep individuals engaged and active in their local communities. Our clients are at the centre of everything we do. Our Board of Directors exercises stewardship over St Laurence’s assets and resources ensuring the Association operates within its means and as efficiently and as effectively as possible.

Competition

Hands across the Kitchen Although some are better at hiding it than others, there is a big kid in all of us just wanting to get out. It was therefore no surprise that a number of high profile chefs jumped at the opportunity to share some of their childhood memories and in particular, the story of the dish that helped shape their career.

Fonterra Foodservice were very privileged and humbled to be given the opportunity to contribute to such a worthy cause. After all, what can be more important than working towards ensuring that every child in the world goes to bed with a roof over their head, a full belly and a cuddle?

The brainchild of the Hands Across The Water charity, Hands Across The Kitchen would eventually grow to include 51 of the world’s best chefs. The line up includes a who’s who of the Australian culinary scene including: Adam D’Sylva (Coda), Adrian Richardson (La Luna), Guy Grossi (Grossi Florentino), Pete Evans (Hugo’s) and Scott Pickett (Estelle Bar and Restaurant).

With sales in excess of 30,000 copies, Hands Across The Kitchen has certainly made a significant contribution. If you would like more detail about Hands, please visit www.handsacrossthewater.com.au

Each chef was asked to submit a recipe that reminded them of their childhood and a snippet of the story behind it. The outcome is a collection of stories that have come straight from the heart - the recipe for the perfect dish. Making this even more special was the fact that all proceeds from this venture went to supporting children left orphaned by the Boxing Day Tsunami in Thailand with all contributions to the cookbook completed during the individual’s own time and at their own expense. This not only included the chefs, but the photographer, design agency and printers meaning that 100% of the revenue from the book went directly to supporting the children at the Hands Orphanages.

Fonterra have offered four copies of the cookbook to give away signed by the members of Xrteme Chef, partner chefs to Fonterra. To enter, simply email us at MKenrick@churchresources.com.au and tell us in 25 words or less your favourite childhood memory involving food. The four best responses will win a copy of Hands Across The Kitchen. Entries close 15 July 2012 Make sure you read the Editorial section of Foodservice Resources Spring Edition to see if you are one of the lucky winners. FOODSERVICES Dairy for Today’s Professionals

The world of

tea

Why Unilever Food Solutions Tea?

• To maintain quality, we source teas from as many as 35 countries to ensure a consistent taste and an uninterrupted supply.

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Health benefits of Tea • Tea is a great way to revitalise, refresh and relax patients/residents and staff. • Tea typically contains less than half the caffeine per cup compared to coffee. • Without milk or sugar, tea has less than 10kJ per cup (excluding Lipton Chai Latte and Ice Tea). • Tea is rich in flavonoids (a heart healthy diet typically contains flavonoid rich foods).

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Recipes

Turkey Rice Paper Rolls Ingredients 8 dried rice paper wrappers 8 butter lettuce leaves 8 slices Ingham Oven Roasted Turkey Half Breast, thinly sliced 3 vine ripened tomatoes, finely diced 1 Lebanese cucumber, finely diced Hoisin sauce or tomato sauce, to serve Method 1. Half fill a large bowl with warm water. 2. Using one rice paper wrapper at a time, rotate wrapper in water until wet. 3. Transfer to a flat surface. 4. Place a lettuce leave, sliced turkey, tomato and cucumber on the edge of wrapper. 5. Roll once, fold sides in and continue rolling enclosing filling. Transfer to a plate. 6. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling ingredients. Serve with hoisin sauce or tomato sauce. Tip: Add half a mint leaf to each roll for an extra flavour hit!

For more recipe ideas from Ingham please visit http://inghams.com.au/

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Calendar

EVENTS CALENDAR To help plan activities and menus for various upcoming cultural and religious special days, festival and events, CR recommends utilising the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship resource of special days to note this quarter: http://www.immi.gov.au/living-in-australia/a-multicultural-australia/calendar-australia/

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