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Inside YOUR VALENTINE'S DAY ISSUE
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ARTICLE Fun Ways to Make VALENTINE'S DAY Special in your Facility
PRINTABLE ACTIVITIES Create Your Own Candy Heart Messages & Tic Tac Toe Game
Printable activities
SEASONAL PRODUCTS Shape of My Heart Inspiration
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ROMANTIC RECIPES FOR YOUR RESIDENTS
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SEASONAL PRODUCTS
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SEASONAL PRODUCTS
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SETTING THE TABLE
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PLANNING AHEAD
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Romantic Destination
Something sweet
15 Something sweet
Get Ready for Upcoming Celebrations!
BRAND BETTER GFS Impress
16 Setting the table
FUN WAYS TO MAKE VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL IN YOUR FACILITY Written by Gordon Food Service® Nutrition Resource Centre
Create a Tic-Tac-Toe Package
Singing Love Songs
In a small bag add a tic-tac-toe game card and
Singing love songs: Music stays longer in the
the necessary accessories to play it multiple
memory of people with dementia since it’s
times (it could be just cut out X and O). You
stored in a different part of the brain. Music can
could also add in a little something sweet for
bring back positive memories even for those
people to share with their opponent.
who have speech difficulties. Organize a simple sing-along activity with some classic songs from their favourites like Elvis, Frank Sinatra,
Romantic Movie Night Play
a
classic
romantic
Tony Bennett, and more. movie.
Ask
your
customers to vote for their favourite romantic
Heart-Shaped
movie and organize a movie night to showcase
Heart-shaped cinnamon rolls, pizza dough, or
the chosen movie. You could also create a
breads: Order some dough-based products and
themed night around that movie if it inspires
get ready to shape them like little hearts. This
you and your team. Movies like Casablanca, Dr.
could be a great activity for motricity and if you
Jivago, or even Love Story are usually one of
have activities in the kitchen. Check out our
the top favorites with seniors.
Shape of My Heart page for inspiration.
Share the Love
Knitting and Sweet Gift
Create a bulletin board for your employees and
Launch a new Valentine’s Day tradition for your
customers to share nice messages to each
customers who enjoy knitting. Team up with a
other. It could be an inspirational quote that
local homeless shelter and invite your residents
they love or just to talk about a nice gesture
to knit a hat or pair of mittens. Not only will
that they witnessed and wanted to share with
seniors feel good about helping those in need,
others.
studies show that knitting makes people feel better and happier. Make sure you announce it just after Christmas so they will have enough time to do their project. Why not pair it with a little something sweet too!
Valentine's Day Printables
CREATE YOUR OWN CANDY HEART TIC TAC TOE GAME Step 1:
Print the images on the next two pages on cardstock paper and then cut out the Candy Heart Tic Tac Toe cards and playing squares.
Step 2:
Pass out the cards and play squares or leave them in recreational areas for your customers to use at their leisure.
CANDY HEART TIC TAC TOE yaD s'enitnelaV rof
CANDY HEART TIC TAC TOE
yaD s'enitnelaV rof
XOXO
LOVE YOU
XOXO
LOVE YOU
XOXO
CUTIE PIE
BE MINE
CUTIE PIE
BE MINE
CUTIE PIE
TRUE LOVE
HUG ME
TRUE LOVE
HUG ME
TRUE LOVE
XOXO
LOVE YOU
XOXO
LOVE YOU
XOXO
CUTIE PIE
BE MINE
CUTIE PIE
BE MINE
CUTIE PIE
TRUE LOVE
HUG ME
TRUE LOVE
HUG ME
TRUE LOVE
XOXO
LOVE YOU
XOXO
LOVE YOU
XOXO
CUTIE PIE
BE MINE
CUTIE PIE
BE MINE
CUTIE PIE
Valentine's Day Printables
CREATE YOUR OWN CANDY HEART MESSAGES
Step 1:
Print the images on the next page on cardstock paper and then cut out the Candy Heart squares.
Step 2:
Have your customers fill out one of the Candy Heart squares for someone they love.
XOXO
LOVE YOU
CUTIE PIE
BE MINE
TRUE LOVE
HUG ME
Shape of My Heart One of the most recognized symbols for love and Valentine's Day is unquestionably the heart. Here are some products that you can easily shape into a heart shape to serve your customers and brighten up their meal. These are just a few suggestions, ask your sales specialist for more options.
PASTRY BRIOCHE CINN RTB
1030954
16IN SHEETED PIZZA DOUGH
COOKIE DOUGH SHORTBREAD CRAN WHT CHOC
1135000 GORDON CHOICE 256 x 28 G
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE COOKIE DOUGH, NON HYDROGENATED
3490005 GORDON CHOICE 128 x 56 G
7409346 RICH 20 x 737 G
BRIDOR 36 x 130 G
COOKIE DOUGH CARAMEL CHOC SEA SALT
1314592
DOUGH PUFF PASTRY SHEET 10X15IN V/F
1376090
GORDON CHOICE 170 x 43 G
GORDON CHOICE 20 X 350 G
All items shown represent serving suggestions. Please note that item availability and lead times may vary by region.
Shape of My Heart Inspiration
Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to try our Gordon Choice® Puff Pastry Dough Sheets!
1376090 Puff Pastry Dough Sheet, 10X15In 20 x 350G
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Romantic Destination You might be looking for an easy solution for your Valentine's Day menu. Take your customers on a trip to a romantic destination for the occasion: Italia. You can make a meal from scratch or use one of our many options. Ask your sales specialist about our Mix & Match tool for even more inspiration.
GRAIN FED VEAL CUTLETS, DELICATED BREADED 4OZ FROZEN
PASTA CANNELLONI MEAT FZN
2082938 GORDON CHOICE 40 x 115 G
1299816
PURE SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE, 31 PERCENT MILK FAT
PASTA MANICOTTI SPIN & CHS FZN
GORDON CHOICE 60 X 64 G
PESTO SAUCE, NO NUT
1203780 GORDON CHOICE 6 x 454 G
1004751 GORDON CHOICE 2 x 1 KG
1299818 GORDON CHOICE 60 X 64 G
TOMATO SAUCE
1162740 KITCHEN ESSENTIAL 6 x 2.84 L
All items shown represent serving suggestions. Please note that item availability and lead times may vary by region.
Something Sweet Nothing better than a little something sweet to celebrate Valentine's Day. Offer your customers one of the many options available, from cupcakes to our large sheet cakes selection, let yourself be inspired! Ask your sales specialist for more products to serve with a delicious hot coffee.
CUPCAKE VALENTINE'S VAN
1353126
CUPCAKE CHOC VALENTINE
CUPCAKE TWO BITE VALENTINES ASST
1266374
COOKIE MINI HEART SUGAR
GIVE N GO 12 X 568 G (12/12 X 24G)
CAKE RED VELVET 12X16IN
1190994
1353149 GIVE N GO 12 X 284 G (12/12 X 24G)
GIVE N GO 12 x 284 G (12/12 X 24G)
1353152 GIVE N GO 12 x 284 G (12/25 X 11.4G)
RASPBERRY MOUSSE CAKES
1363249 KING PASTRY 1 x 63 UN
ORIGINAL CAKERI 2 x 4.73 KG
TIME-SENSITIVE! THE VENDOR DEADLINE FOR THESE ITEMS FALLS IN LATE DECEMBER. CONTACT YOUR GORDON FOOD SERVICE SALES SPECIALIST TO ORDER THESE ITEMS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
All items shown represent serving suggestions. Please note that item availability and lead times may vary by region.
Setting the Table The way you set your table is important because it lets your customers know that you think they are important enough to put in extra effort for them. It influences the appearance of the food you serve to them too. So here are some suggestions to add a little extra love for those special occasions.
PLACEMAT PPR COMBO DSGN VALENTINES DAY
1328865
PLACEMAT PPR COMBO DSGN VALENTINES DAY
1 x 250UN
36HR WAX LIQUID LAMP FUEL
STERNO RED KELLY LAMPS These are great for Lunar New Year and Canada Day!
1207713 GORDON CHOICE 6 x 6 UN
1269222 UNITED 1 x 6UN
1358167 LAPACO 1 x 300UN
HOFFMASTER
TEALIGHT CANDLE 5HR
1260698 GORDON CHOICE 10 X 50UN
8IN LACE PAPER ROUND DOILIES
5296405 HOFFMASTER
1 X 1000UN
TIME-SENSITIVE! THE VENDOR DEADLINE FOR THESE ITEMS FALLS BEFORE MID-JANUARY. CONTACT YOUR GORDON FOOD SERVICE SALES SPECIALIST TO ORDER THESE ITEMS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
All items shown represent serving suggestions. Please note that item availability and lead times may vary by region.
Planning Ahead Be prepared to mark any occasion! We have a wide selection of placemats and tableware to prepare you for the many events that will take place this year. From birthdays to celebrations popular with your customers, we have everything you need to highlight the event! Ask your sales specialist how you can start planning for the upcoming events in your facility.
PLACEMATS, HAPPY BIRTHDAY COMBO DESIGN
1392448 LAPACO 2 x 150UN
ST PATRICKS DAY PAPER PLACEMATS, COMBO
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAPER PLACEMATS, COMBO DESIGN
1432548 LAPACO 2 x 150UN
1348864 HOFFMASTER 2 x 250UN
CANDLES, 2.5IN BIRTHDAY
PLACEMAT PPR DSGN CHINESE ZODIAC Lunar New Year is February 1st!
CALIBRE 12 x 24UN
1225542 LAPACO 1 x 1000UN
TIME-SENSITIVE! CONTACT YOUR GORDON FOOD SERVICE SALES SPECIALIST TO ORDER THESE ITEMS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
All items shown represent serving suggestions. Please note that item availability and lead times may vary by region.
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