Partou, one of the UK’s largest day nursery providers, has announced the launch of its spring and summer menus created by Partou Chef Academy apprentices in collaboration with early years nutritional expert Laura Matthews.
Each menu – which will be rotated on a three-week cycle – is designed to nourish by providing healthy and balanced meals which are fun and flavoursome.
Many of the ideas and recipes have come from Partou nurseries with all dishes developed in line with the latest Department for Education early years nutrition guidance.
The new menus incorporate ingredients from the four main food groups. They include five portions of fruit and vegetables, four portions of starchy carbohydrates, two to three portions of dairy, and two to three portions of protein foods.
Separate vegan options – covering morning snacks, lunches, starters/desserts and high teas – have also been introduced, with special weaning menus for different age groups to follow shortly.
Paul Egan, Partou Safety Officer, said: “Our menus have evolved into a range of vibrant and colourful dishes specially chosen for the spring and summer months.
“It has been a fascinating journey with input from our settings around the country, a creative process led by our fantastic apprentices at the Partou Chef Academy and expert guidance from Laura Matthews who we are delighted to be working with once again.
“The result is a full refresh of dishes across the three-week cycle which are high quality, innovative and nutritious.”
Samantha Rhodes, Partou Managing Director, said: “Well done to Paul and his team for delivering such an exciting selection of menu options.
“There is a strong focus on seasonal ingredients where possible, together with new textures and flavours to help expand little palates.
“I am sure the choices will go down well with the children and our wonderful team of chefs around the country.”
More information about the new spring and summer menus is available on the Partou website.
