Food Chain - Issue 203 - December 2024 | Page 139

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Nutrition Group budget , and food trends ,” Jessica elaborates . “ Our offerings are designed to meet the needs and desires of each group while maintaining food quality , efficiency , cost-effectiveness , and adherence to state and federal guidelines .
Customizable concepts
Lee Markosky , President of the Commissary Division at The Nutrition Group , elaborates : “ Our understanding of the various requirements of children , the elderly , healthconscious individuals , and ethnic groups enables us to design meals that resonate with specific needs and preferences . For example , a menu for young children focuses on fun , colorful , and nutrient-rich meals , while a menu for older adults might prioritize easy-to-chew or low-sodium options . Dietary needs such as gluten-free , vegetarian , vegan , halal , kosher , or low-carb are met with tasty alternatives that don ’ t compromise on flavor or nutrition .
“ Where possible , we offer customizable meal options to appeal to a broad audience . Salad bars , sandwich stations , and buildyour-own concepts mean our customers can choose ingredients they prefer , making it easier to cater to individual tastes and dietary needs . Studying food trends is another useful
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