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
Hospitality in Healthcare Project of the Year award 2026
The Maggie Beer Foundation’s Improving Food in Aged Care through Education and Training Program was named a State Finalist for Project of the Year at the Hospitality in Healthcare Excellence Awards. The recognition reflects the work being delivered across the...
HomePlate Insights Report: Media Coverage
Explore media coverage of the HomePlate Insights Report, including news articles, interviews and feature stories highlighting the key findings and national conversation around food, nutrition and ageing at home. Browse the links below to read how the report has been...
HomePlate Insights Reports
After months of research and listening to the experiences of older people, the findings from the Maggie Beer Foundation’s HomePlate Project are now available. Together, these reports provide valuable insights into the factors that support older people to eat well at...
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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