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.
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Professionalising skills for good food in aged care
Summary Training Needs Analysis Report 2025 The Professionalising Skills for Good Food in Aged Care project was a collaboration between TAFESA and the Maggie Beer Foundation and responded to the need for skilled chefs, cooks and kitchenhands in the aged care sector....
November 1 marks the beginning of a new Aged Care Standard focused on food
Today is an important day for residents of aged care. The new Aged Care Act, and strengthened Aged Care Standards start today! And food is finally front and centre. Ageing well is eating well – for nutrition but also for belonging, choice, dignity and enjoying life’s...
Supporting Home-Delivered Meals for Older Australians
At the Maggie Beer Foundation, we’ve long championed great food and dining experiences for older Australians in aged care homes. Now, we’re expanding our focus to another vital part of the aged care landscape, home-delivered meals. Every delivered meal is an...
Featured Recipe
Method:
Drain the tofu of any liquid and set aside. Add the remaining mousse ingredients to a pot. Over low heat melt the chocolate while stirring, then remove from the heat. Add the tofu to a food processor, blend until smooth then transfer into a planetary mixer bowl. Add the chocolate to the bowl then whisk on medium speed for 10 minutes, stopping regularly to scrape the sides of the bowl. Divide the mousse into serving trays or individual portions and place in the fridge to chill. To serve: Serve with whipped cream orange segments, and a sprinkle of grated chocolate.
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