Earth Day at Brecon Village

On April 22nd, Earth Day, Chef Janet Nichols and GM Bridget Wilson held a grain tasting and education session at Brecon Village to highlight some of the whole grains that are featured on the menu and some that could be introduced in the future.  Residents and staff members received ideas on ways to incorporate grains and educated on the history.  Chef prepared several Indian Harvest grains including Sunrise Blend with Quinoa Flakes prepared with a touch of brown sugar and served with fresh fruit.  She explained that this could be a great substitute for oatmeal or other refined hot cereals.  White Quinoa was prepared in a cold Asian influenced salad.  Greenwheat Freekeh was prepared with a taco seasoning and served with tortilla chips to show that it is a substitute for meat in traditional taco recipes!  Farro and Teff were served plain to allow for a taste of the natural ingredients.  The education session was held in the common area outside before dinner which helps spread awareness of the grains that are on our menu that may not be familiar to all.

Bridget Wilson
General Manager of Hospitality Services
Evangelical Homes of Michigan