Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Articles, From Our KitchenMay is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which celebrates the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders throughout U.S. and Canadian history. As a dining services provider, our celebration revolves around food, so it’s only natural to highlight this month through that lens. Let’s take a look at some of today’s notable Asian American and Pacific Islander chefs and their culinary contributions and achievements. Chef Cristeta Comerford is in charge of the...
All Foods Fit: Enjoy Your Food and Dining Experiences!
All Foods FitAs you already know, All Foods Fit means there are no “good” or “bad” foods. We eat many different foods for many different reasons because food supports us in a variety of ways, such as providing nutritional balance, allowing the opportunity to explore other flavors and cultures, and giving us the chance to create long-lasting memories and enjoy the dining experience. So far, we’ve discussed the fuel, culture, togetherness, and exploration components of our All Foods Fit nutrition philosophy. The...
Raising Awareness for Food Allergies
AllergiesEach May, Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) dedicates a week to raising awareness around food allergies through events, social media, and education. This year, Food Allergy Awareness Week runs May 14-20. Food allergies are severe and sometimes life-threatening conditions that affect more than 32 million Americans, including about 1 in 13 children, according to FARE. In the schools SAGE serves, 1 in 11 students has a food allergy. A food allergy occurs when the immune system overreacts to a...