At Christmas and other gatherings, food brings families together. But for those with dementia or swallowing difficulties, festive meals can be challenging.
To help everyone feel included, we've created a selection of soft-textured, easy-to-enjoy recipes from our much-loved cookbooks: Don’t Give Me Eggs That Bounce, It’s All About the Food Not the Fork and Lobster for Josino, which celebrate the enjoyment of fabulous food, at all stages of life.
What’s inside The Little Celebration Cookbook
Celebrate together with our free mini cookbook, featuring five festive family favourites that are easy to prepare and enjoy. Each recipe is thoughtfully adapted to suit the changing needs of older adults and those living with dementia – making every dish both delicious and celebration-ready.
- Asparagus, prosciutto and cheese: An irresistible, indulgent combination of fresh, salty and creamy flavours.
- Smoked salmon and avocado rice paper rolls: Fresh, versatile starter, featuring creamy avocado and savoury salmon.
- Spinach, feta and zucchini frittata: Nutrient-rich, vibrant flavours and easy to eat – great served warm or cold.
- Berry bombs: Sweet, refreshing and bursting with natural flavor in every bite.
- Chocolate cheesecake brownie: Rich chocolate meets a surprising tang for the perfect finish.
If you'd like to learn more about nutritional considerations for people living with dementia and some ways to support them, read our new blog post by Sarah Brown, HammondCare's Head of Food Culture: 'Nutritional strategies for people living with dementia'.