THE HEART OF THE HOUSE
Celebrating Chef Appreciation Week across FLIK Hospitality Group.
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TURNING SUMMER BREAK INTO A RECIPE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING
This summer, FLIK Independent School Dining partnered with The Pennington School to turn the kitchen into a classroom, helping students combat the “summer slide” through hands-on culinary experiences that built confidence, curiosity, and lifelong life skills.
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LOOKING AHEAD TO 2026: HOW FOOD TRENDS SHAPE THE FISD EXPERIENCE
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,…
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THREE CHEFS, THREE TRADITIONS: HOW FAMILY, FOOD & GRATITUDE SHAPE THEIR THANKSGIVING TABLES
Inside the Kitchens Where Family Memories Become Culinary Inspiration
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EMPOWERING LEADERS: CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH WITH CHEF ALEX HOWREN, VP OF CULINARY, FISD
An interview with Alex Howren on recognizing the women shaping education, mentorship, and leadership
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ENSURING AUTHENTIC REPRESENTATION THROUGHOUT ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH
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…
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FLIK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DINING LAUNCHES NEW SIGNATURE PROGRAM: BOOK BITES
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…
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WHAT I DID THIS SUMMER: MEET PHILIP BLOUNT
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!…
