At FLIK Independent School Dining, curiosity is always on the menu. Each year, our teams look beyond today’s plates to what is coming next in food, culture, and student preferences. As we plan for the 2026-2027 school year, forecasted food trends and Gen Alpha insights are helping guide menus and engagement programs that nourish bodies, spark interest,…
The protein and supplement aisle shelves are lined with one bar, supplement and powder after another, and eye-catching marketing can leave you scratching your head. Although most adults get more protein than their body needs (0.4g/pound body weight) through food, sometimes shakes and bars make an easy, on-the-go snack or meal. To make the choice…
Each May we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month – a time to a time to amplify voices, share stories, and foster a deeper understanding of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander diaspora. Within the FLIK Independent School Dining (FISD) community, we understand the importance to accurately reflect the rich tapestry of…
April showers brings May flowers… and strawberries! May is National Strawberry Month – what a sweet way to start this month. Did you know that strawberries are not actually berries? Fun fact: They are actually part of the rose family and grow from a single flower with more than one ovary, making them an aggregate fruit. In contrast,…
In 2022 — the same year as the opening of the Olander Center for Student Life at the A.E. Finley Activity Center, which includes a kitchen and dining hall for Middle and Upper School students — Ravenscroft rolled out an all-inclusive dining plan for students in first through 12th grades. A partnership with Flik Independent…
To better serve our independent school communities, the FLIK Independent School Dining chefs and dietitians have collaborated to create new reading resources for educators launching this week: Book Bites. This signature program combines the joy of reading with the importance of understanding and appreciating nutritious choices – and what a perfect time to launch the program with both Read…
Ever heard of functional foods? Functional foods contain components, other than calories, fat, and protein, that might be beneficial for health. This month our functional food focus is mushrooms. Mushrooms tend to be categorized as vegetables, but they are actually fungi – a distinct kingdom separate from plants or animals! Mushrooms provide nutritional benefits like…
While turkey, gravy, stuffing & potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple — adding a little something bright and green never hurts. If you’re looking for Autumn Salad Ideas, we’ve got you covered! A simple kale side salad with crunchy & fresh apples, pomegranates, pepitas, and a maple-based dressing is a perfect crowd pleaser. KALE, APPLE, PEPITA…
Now that you are an apple butter-making-pro (click here for the recipe), you may be looking for a few ways to use it. This simple (vegan!) dessert comes together in minutes with ingredients you can most likely find right in your pantry. Short on time? Grab a jar of apple butter from your local farmer’s…
For many in the school community, summer means endless beach days, a vacation from school, hanging out with friends and family, but one of our FLIK Independent School Dining associates take their summer break to new heights! Meet Philip Blount, a member of the FISD family, who also participated in the Special Olympics this summer!…