Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month
From Our Kitchen
According to a 2020 Pew Research Center survey, there are about 7.5 million Jewish Americans in the country. Jewish American Heritage Month provides an opportunity to recognize the significant impact they’ve had on U.S. history, culture, and traditions. At the heart of Jewish American heritage is a deep connection to food, which can serve as a means of storytelling and fostering community. Jewish American cuisine continues to evolve, embracing innovation while honoring tradition. From trendy kosher restaurants reimagining...
Sustainability at Kimball Union Academy
Sustainability
SAGE is committed to sustainability, which impacts every aspect of operations. Part of this commitment includes developing innovative solutions that have a positive impact on people and the planet and partnering with our school communities to make environmentally responsible choices. We caught up with Shawn Jackson, Food Service Director at Kimball Union Academy (KUA), to learn more about how he and his SAGE team partner with the school community to practice sustainability. KUA has a robust sustainability program, which is...
Celebrating Asian/Pacific Islander American Heritage Month
Articles, From Our Kitchen
May is Asian/Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, which celebrates the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders throughout the history of the United States. As a dining services provider, our celebration revolves around food, so it’s only natural to highlight this month through that lens. Let’s take a look at some of today’s notable Asian American and Pacific Islander chefs and their culinary contributions and achievements. Chef Cristeta Comerford is in charge of the food...
Meet Rachel Perry, Creator of CCS’ SAGE in the Classroom
SAGE Community
Rachel Perry has a unique benefit of being Food Service Director at Chattanooga Christian School (CCS): She’s a graduate of the school. Rachel, who joined SAGE in July 2021, created SAGE in the Classroom, her program where she collaborates with teachers to integrate culinary lessons into the curriculum, tailored to the subject or topic at hand. She’s come full circle with SAGE in the Classroom. When she was a senior at CCS, she took part in a service project to...
From Our Dietitians: Sustainable Practices in the Kitchen
Sustainability, Articles
With Earth Day around the corner, it’s a good time to reflect on the environmental impact of food and identify steps to create positive change for both people and the planet. We all can practice sustainability at home (check out some ways you can minimize food waste at home here). Here’s how SAGE’s Registered Dietitians — Lesley, Amy, Teresa, Taylor, and Anna — approach sustainability in the kitchen. According to Feeding America, 119 billion pounds of food is wasted every...
Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month
Articles
Arab American Heritage Month is observed in April to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Arab Americans to the United States and to raise awareness about Arab American culture, history, and heritage. The heritage month’s origins can be traced back to 2017 with an initiative by the nonprofit organization Arab American Foundation and its sister organization Arab America. According to the 2020 U.S. census, there are about 3.5 million people in the country who reported Middle Eastern and...
All Foods Fit: How Food Brings Us Together
Nutrition, All Foods Fit
SAGE’s All Foods Fit philosophy means there are no “good” or “bad” foods. We eat many different foods for many different reasons because food supports us in a variety of ways, such as providing nutritional balance, allowing the opportunity to explore other flavors and cultures, and giving us the chance to create long-lasting memories and enjoy the dining experience. Let’s learn how food brings us together. Celebrations and gatherings naturally bring people together, and food is often at the center...
SAGE Manager Talks Being a Chef While Fighting Breast Cancer
SAGE Community
SAGE Food Service Director Jordan Liker has been a leader at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School (SSSAS) in Alexandria, Virginia, since 2017. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020, right at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. After undergoing surgery and returning to work, she said the transition back into service was challenging, but that she also found support in her SAGE team and the SSSAS community. “Adapting is such a part of our jobs here and...
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