Nostalgic recipe collection takes residents down memory lane
Care UK, has created a collection of nostalgic recipes covering the 1950s to today with the help of its residents in care homes across the country.
The move followed a poll of 2,000 adults which found a third often eat foods specifically to remind them of years gone by, with 52% associating particular foodstuffs with past times in their lives.
Andrew Mussett, hotel services manager, said: “Nostalgia is a powerful force that connects us to our past, and what better way to relive those cherished moments than through the comforting embrace of familiar foods served up in family favourite recipes passed down through the generations?
“Whether it’s the aroma of a family recipe or the first bite of a childhood treat, nostalgic foods have the power to evoke happy memories and emotions and are a wonderful way to encourage reminiscence in older people, especially for those living with dementia.
“A home-cooked meal using a recipe enjoyed in the past creates an opportunity to remember the past and reflect on the people and places which inspired the dish.”
Quiche, casseroles and carrot cake came out on top in a listing of the 15 favourite nostalgic meals.
TOP 15 FAVOURITE NOSTALGIC MEALS
- Quiche
- Casseroles
- Carrot cake
- Chicken Kiev
- Prawn cocktail
- Crepes
- Battenberg cake
- Black forest gateau
- Angel delight
- Tinned pudding
- Vol-au-vent
- Pineapple chicken
- Fondue
- Devilled eggs
- Pasta primavera
