Creating an
Appetite for Life
Older Australians have the right to the pleasure of sufficient, tasty, nutritious and safe food which respects cultural, religious and dietary requirements, which is offered in a conducive environment and which supports wellbeing and enjoyment of life.
News & Announcements
Enabling Meaningful Choice in Residential Aged Care Mealtimes – Survey by the University of Canberra
Have your say on mealtime choices in aged care The University of Canberra is seeking participants for a study on what makes mealtime choices acceptable for people living in residential aged care. They are looking for: Family members Professionals involved in...
Supporting A Table for All in the Barossa Valley
This May, The Louise and Maggie Beer will host Table for All, a weekend of gathering, cooking and feasting set in the Barossa Valley. Over three joyful days, share generous tables, market mornings and hands‑on food experiences with The Louise as luxury base. While the...
Tasting Australia – Cooking for One (and loving it)
As part of Tasting Australia, the Maggie Beer Foundation’s HomePlate Project is hosting a practical cooking session focused on simple, everyday meals. Join Chef Mark McNamara on Wednesday 13 May 2026 at 10:00am for a live demonstration on how to prepare ‘meals for one...
Featured Recipe
Method:
Melt butter and slowly render bacon until lightly golden. Reduce heat add leeks and celery and sweat until soft without extra colour. Add potato and sweet potato - toss well. Add flour and milk powder to make a roux, cook for 2 minutes. Add stock, bring to a simmer and cook gently for 30 minutes. Just before serving add spring onions, parsley, dill, smoked fish and cream. Serve hot. NUTRITION INFORMATION Serve size = 180ml Energy Protein Fat Carbohydrate Sodium Per Serve 1020kJ 21.9g 9.5g 15.9g 1310mg Per 100 g 565kJ 12.2g 5.3g 8.8g 728mg
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