Helen's Blog

7 Reasons Helen's European Cuisine Can Ease Staffing Challenges in Restaurants
9 August 2024

In today’s hospitality landscape, labour and staff shortages have become a critical issue for many venues—from restaurants to catering services and beyond. The challenges range from finding a...
Fasolia Salad Recipe
2 August 2024
Ingredients:500g cannellini beans1x Spanish onion, diced1x shallot, diced1x bunch celery, grated1x bunch parsley, roughly chopped½ bunch dill, roughly chopped1 red capsicum, diced2 tbsp capers&nbs...
Add the love to your Venue's Menu with Helen's European Cuisine
4 July 2024
Running a successful  hospitality venue involves more than just serving delicious food and drinks; it requires strategic planning and finding reliable suppliers to ensure consistency and quali...
The Latest Trend in Cookie Baking: The Sheet Pan Cookie Revolution
31 May 2024
Cookies are a beloved treat that never go out of style. However, just when you think you've seen it all in the world of baking, a new trend takes the scene by storm. Enter the Sheet Pan Cookie—a g...
Top 5 Plating Techniques
14 May 2024
Elevating Dining Experiences in your EstablishmentIn the culinary world, the presentation of a dish is just as crucial as its taste. For cafes, where the ambiance and visual appeal play significant...
Gather your garnishes to inspire their appetite
17 April 2023
Like bees to a flower, the humble garnish offers important buzz to a plate with diners drawn into the colour, texture or pollen—if you will—of a well-chosen garnish.The psychology of colou...
The Psychology of Colours in Food
14 February 2023
It’s often said we eat with our eyes. Long before the first delicious aroma tickles our nose or the first bite captivates our tastebuds, our appetites are piqued by how our food looks.The psychol...
Sustainable Travel: How the Food Service Industry Can Make a Difference
14 February 2023
From calculating their carbon footprint to embracing waste minimisation measures, people are becoming more conscious of their impacts on the environment – and the travel industry is starting to t...
2023 Hospitality Industry Predictions
22 December 2022
2022 was a transformative year for businesses in the hospitality industry. Australian cafés and restaurants were challenged to adapt to new ways of working in a post-pandemic world, and the hospit...
The Rise of Health and Wellness in the Food Industry: Plating Up Functional Foods
4 September 2024
The trend of health and wellness within the food industry has continued to gain momentum and isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Consumers are no longer just looking for meals to satisfy their taste...
New Aged Care Act - Impacts on Aged Care Foodservice and Hospitality
13 August 2024
All About The New Aged Care Act & Strengthened Aged Care Standards
The upcoming Aged Care Act is set to bring significant changes to the landscape of aged care in Australia. Focused on add...
Understanding Your Clients Protein Requirements
29 May 2023
What does an 18-year-old boy and his 70 year old grandfather have in common?They both need the same quantity of protein each day. The difference is, as we age our appetite levels and ability to tas...
Healthy Tomato Relish Recipe
17 April 2023
This Healthy Tomato Relish recipe is perfect for adding a sweet salty tang to your favourite dishes. Your average Tomato Relish typically features plenty of sugar, however, this one uses a natural ...
How A Room Service Model Can Help Nourish Your Clients
27 February 2023
Increasing client satisfaction, reducing plate wastage, lowering labour costs and improving nutrition outcomes – we’re talking about room service!A room service model is a client-centred food s...
Adding Balance to Your Menu: Something for Everyone
23 January 2023
A balanced menu is one in which flavours, textures and aromas are all working in harmony to create a positively memorable dining experience for your guests. It caters to dietary requirements, ensur...
Is Connection the Secret Ingredient to a Healthy & Happy Festive Season and New Year?
14 November 2022
Warm hugs, merry feasts and time with love ones – the secret ingredients to making the festive season (and the rest of the year) bright.As a dietitian, my goal is to help people eat better. This ...
Hearty Food Starts with Quality Produce
18 August 2022
Food made with love starts with high quality, locally sourced produce… and plenty of it.A diet rich in fruits and vegetables supports a healthy gut microbiome, can prevent the onset of chronic di...
Fostering Care, Connection and Kindness in Dining Rooms For Residents in Aged Care Facilities
2 August 2022
One of the first questions visitors will typically ask their loved ones at aged care facilities is how is the food?We all know that food quality is a key determinant in a resident’s perception of...