Helen's Blog

What does an 18-year-old boy and his 70 year old grandfather have in common?They both need the same quantity of protein each day. The difference is, as we age our appetite levels and ability to tas...

Paniyiri 2023 Cooking DemonstrationRicotta CheeseMakes 1 large cheeseIngredients:3L Whole Milk2 Cups Heavy Cream1/3 cup White VinegarPinch of salt (optional) Method:1. Add milk and cream to a l...

Like bees to a flower, the humble garnish offers important buzz to a plate with diners drawn into the colour, texture or pollen—if you will—of a well-chosen garnish.The psychology of colou...

This Healthy Tomato Relish recipe is perfect for adding a sweet salty tang to your favourite dishes. Your average Tomato Relish typically features plenty of sugar, however, this one uses a natural ...

Increasing client satisfaction, reducing plate wastage, lowering labour costs and improving nutrition outcomes – we’re talking about room service!A room service model is a client-centred food s...

It’s often said we eat with our eyes. Long before the first delicious aroma tickles our nose or the first bite captivates our tastebuds, our appetites are piqued by how our food looks.The psychol...

From calculating their carbon footprint to embracing waste minimisation measures, people are becoming more conscious of their impacts on the environment – and the travel industry is starting to t...

A balanced menu is one in which flavours, textures and aromas are all working in harmony to create a positively memorable dining experience for your guests. It caters to dietary requirements, ensur...

2022 was a transformative year for businesses in the hospitality industry. Australian cafés and restaurants were challenged to adapt to new ways of working in a post-pandemic world, and the hospit...

What does an 18-year-old boy and his 70 year old grandfather have in common?They both need the same quantity of protein each day. The difference is, as we age our appetite levels and ability to tas...

This Healthy Tomato Relish recipe is perfect for adding a sweet salty tang to your favourite dishes. Your average Tomato Relish typically features plenty of sugar, however, this one uses a natural ...

Increasing client satisfaction, reducing plate wastage, lowering labour costs and improving nutrition outcomes – we’re talking about room service!A room service model is a client-centred food s...

A balanced menu is one in which flavours, textures and aromas are all working in harmony to create a positively memorable dining experience for your guests. It caters to dietary requirements, ensur...

Warm hugs, merry feasts and time with love ones – the secret ingredients to making the festive season (and the rest of the year) bright.As a dietitian, my goal is to help people eat better. This ...

Food made with love starts with high quality, locally sourced produce… and plenty of it.A diet rich in fruits and vegetables supports a healthy gut microbiome, can prevent the onset of chronic di...

One of the first questions visitors will typically ask their loved ones at aged care facilities is how is the food?We all know that food quality is a key determinant in a resident’s perception of...

Did you know, the traditional Mediterranean diet is now the most researched dietary pattern in the world? With COVID cases rising, consumers are looking towards the strong anti-inflammatory powers ...