The current title holder, Oliver Smith, head chef at Wetherby Manor care home, declared the competition open last week at Food Matters Live, where he demonstrated to visitors what it takes to achie
The findings, released to mark Meals on Wheels Week, show that in just three years spending on the service for those aged 65 and over has fallen by almost half (47%), from £42.1m in 2010/11 to £22.
As part of Meals on Wheels Week 2015 (9-13 November), the NACC is calling on all foodservice and care industry colleagues to sign the petition and support its campaign to protect the community serv
It is feared that the service will not survive another round of Government cuts and the NACC estimates that the figure is now closer to half of top tier councils.
The masterclass was attended by the top 20 entries to the Chef’s Masterpiece category.
Neel Radia, chair of the National Association of Care Catering, which organises the annual event, said: “We will be releasing a series of one-minute videos on twitter that feature individuals who d
Over half (60%) admit to skipping breakfast at least once a week, while almost eight in 10 have a day a week where they don’t eat lunch.
The report suggests that poor communication with people whose first language is not English, or a smaller range of choice available if people have specific dietary requirements related to religion
To take part, care homes must submit photos of their team working with residents to build a gingerbread house, along with their reason for choosing the theme.
Speaking togther, ADASS, the Care and Support Alliance, the Care Provider Alliance and the NHS Confederation, said: “The quality, safety and sufficiency of social care services are fundamental to a