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Legumes – by Morgan Pankhurst APD

30 October, 2019

Legumes belong to the Fabaceae (or Leguminosae) family of plants which are identified by their seed bearing pods. The most common varieties for human consumption include beans (kidney beans, lima bean, navy bean, etc,), peas, chickpeas, lentils, soybeans and peanuts. The term pulse is usually reserved for legumes that are harvested solely for their dried seed, however, the terms legumes and pulses are often used interchangeably.  Legumes contain approximately […]

Garlic White Bean Puree – by Amanda Orchard

30 October, 2019

I really hope you’ve all had a marvellous October and are taking full advantage of the beautiful spring produce available at present! Whilst I’ve noticed that produce such as asparagus, peas, artichokes and strawberries are particularly gorgeous right now I’ve been somewhat distracted (some might say consumed) in my little kitchen working with dried beans! […]

Good news from Mercy Place Mont Clare

30 October, 2019

It was so exciting to receive an email this week from Joan Lowney, Services Manager at Mercy Place, Mont Clare, WA, too good not to share!  “We have been inspired” and are passionate about food in aged care. Mercy Health have a healthy budget of $11/resident/day and present so many beautiful dishes. Each home has […]

Memory Matters with Elizabeth Speed

1 October, 2019

Elizabeth first contacted MBF with regards to the culture and respect of older people within society in Australia and how it varied to the respect she receives when travelling abroad, in particular Japan. During conversation we learnt that Elizabeth, at 74, is a gym junkie, in great shape, has a small loving supportive family, a […]

Melbourne Masterclass champions – Kath Jenkins and Michelle Lago

1 October, 2019

Kath Jenkins and Michelle Lago, two inspiring cooks who came to the Melbourne Masterclass in April 2019 from Moyola Aged Care Inc, Victoria. We are so proud of all they have achieved and felt it too good not to share what they shared with us about how they have implemented change since attending…. “We have […]