Take a culinary journey beyond mashed potatoes Okay, okay, put the (pitch)forks down, none of us are here to disparage the tenacious tuber in any of its forms. After all, you’d be hard-pressed to find a culture across the globe that doesn’t have at least one potato dish among their anthology of national fare. Potatoes […]
Category: Memorable meals
Personal preference a hallmark of meals at United
“It’s all about quality and consistency. Our residents wouldn’t want it any other way,” said Kevin Stephenson, the chef at United’s Garrison Green community. Kevin earned his credentials at private clubs including the Ranchmen’s and Silver Springs Golf and Country Club in Calgary over a 30-year career. He knows a thing or two about fine […]
A Touch of French Cuisine Comes to United’s Garrison Green
Residents at United’s Garrison Green community are getting a taste of high-end dining with the arrival of chef Prasad Padte, who specializes in French cuisine. He arrived only a few weeks ago, but already his team’s dishes are getting rave reviews. Prasad grew up in Bombay, India, where he trained as a chef and earned […]
Thanksgiving Dinner a Work of Art for United’s Chefs
Thanksgiving is a special time of year for residents at United’s two communities. That goes for the chefs and serving employees who gave Thanksgiving dinner a little something special. Fish Creek chef Jayson Quimpo and his team worked hard to prepare a traditional meal but with a special flare. “This year, we prepared a slow-roasted […]
Fall Fair Introduces New Meal Options
Food quality is an important consideration for new and existing residents at United’s two communities in Calgary. Finding the freshest product is paramount for food services manager Ryan Bourquin. This year’s fall fair at Garrison Green let residents sample new products and give Ryan new ideas. “The fall fair, which we hold each year, is […]
