FACT CHECKED BY FLIK: SEED OILS
Clarity in a crowded food conversation.
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HOMEMADE FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE BROWNIE PEPPERMINT CRINKLE COOKIE
Some days call for a treat that feels extra special — the kind that stops you mid-bite and makes you slow down just a little. Tis the season of all things cookies and with FLIK’s Flourless Chocolate Brownie Peppermint Crinkle Cookie, you’re sure to have a new seasonal favorite. These rich, decadent desserts deliver everything…
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SWEET PLUS SAVORY EQUALS SWAVORY, FISD’S LATEST KID-FRIENDLY SAMPLE PROGRAM
From Food Service Director: K-12 foodservice provider FLIK Independent School Dining’s Director of Wellness Susan Cooper, MS, RD, CDN, has found that using contrasting tastes, from sweet to savory, expected to unexpected, can unlock new healthy eating habits for life.
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TOP RD PICKS: PROTEIN POWDERS AND BARS
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…
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BERRY BLISS: EXPLORING THE DELIGHTS OF STRAWBERRIES
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,…
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FUNCTIONAL FOOD: MUSHROOMS
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…
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KALE, APPLE, PEPITA SALAD, BLUE CHEESE, POMEGRANATE, MAPLE DIJON DRESSING
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…
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APPLE BUTTER OATMEAL BARS
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…
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ROAD TRIP READY: BALANCED TRAVEL SNACKS
Whether you’re in the car or running through airports, practicing mindful and healthy eating while traveling can be a challenge. Although delicious and convenient, most well-known snack foods can leave us feeling hungry, tired, and overall unsatisfied. One tip for feeling more satisfied when snacking is to create a balanced snack by pairing two food…
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NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH: FUELING THE FIELD
March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s global theme is all about fueling for the future. At FLIK Hospitality Group, we certainly fuel for the future – whether in our sustainability practices or through nutrition education in our various divisions, RD-approved recipes and culinary practices are core to our overall wellness philosophy. In this…
