Fresh, healthful ingredients. Delicious recipes infused with excitement. Professional chefs at each of The Bristal’s assisted living communities. Memorable meals that place a savory twist on dietary needs and preferences. What is dining like at The Bristal? Unlike anything else.
Alluring Eats
Our award-winning chefs at The Bristal are committed to making every meal a scrumptious and memorable experience with flavorful, fun, nutritious, and creative dishes served daily. We collaborate with the Recreation Department to hold festive food tastings, competitions, demos, and themed lunches and dinners, such as Italian Night, Oktoberfest, Summer BBQs, and more.
Enjoy prepared-to-order meals at our Chef Action Stations, spend a special evening of elegant dining at The Executive’s Table, or enjoy delicious munchies, desserts, and drinks. The choice is yours. There’s something for everyone when it comes to dining at The Bristal.
Taste of Home Program
With our Taste of Home program, share your favorite recipe with your peers. Simply fill out a recipe card and return to your Director of Food Service. The Director may then serve the dish at mealtime or hold a demonstration and tasting event with residents.
Residents at The Bristal also influence what’s on the menu at their community. Through monthly Food Committee meetings, a group of representatives meet with the location’s chef and discuss likes and dislikes, and offer ongoing feedback for the menu.
All in all, we have fun with food, and we are conscious, of course, to comply with all religious holidays and observances.
SmartChoice: Healthy Ingredients
A vital part of healthy living, of course, is a commitment to healthy eating, and we educate residents on how smarter eating promotes better health and well-being.
The chefs at The Bristal have made it their mission to present our residents every day with more nutritionally-conscious choices by creating recipes focusing on “clean foods” – foods that promote healthy brain function and improve cognitive ability.
At The Bristal, you’ll also find heart-healthy, sugar-free, and no-salt-added options available at each of our communities.
The Bristal’s Culinary Leadership Team
We offer residents an array of appetizing meal choices each day, along with special events, action stations, and culinary programs to always keep the dining experience fresh and fun. The importance of having delicious and nutritious chef-prepared meals within an assisted living community simply cannot be overstated. That’s why here at The Bristal, we have a solid team of leaders who ensure consistency in expectation and standards across all communities. The team includes hardworking Prep Cooks, Servers, Sous Chefs, Executive Chefs, Dining Room Managers, Regional Teams, and more – all who love what they do. At the helm is Randy Tremble, Vice President of Food and Beverage. Learn more:
Meet Randy Tremble
Vice President of Food & Beverage
Randy Tremble oversees the dining experience at all communities of The Bristal. Few resumes come as solid and comprehensive as his, culminating in over 30 years of experience in the culinary arts. Formally trained in the U.S. Air Force, Randy has served the private sector now for decades, and has worked alongside some of the world’s best chefs, both nationally and abroad. This massive talent and global expertise all translates into a consistently exceptional Resident Dining Program for the residents we serve. His uncompromising attention to detail, his understanding of senior nutrition and his love for the culinary arts have all been instrumental in making The Bristal second-to-none when it comes to dining and cuisine.
Farm to Table
The Bristal partners with local farmers and providers to ensure that no matter the time of year, we include fresh and in-season ingredients in the delicious meals that we serve.
Much of our produce comes directly from farmers in the tri-state area. And local meat and seafood are often on the menu as well. Fresh, nutritious food is important to us and our residents – and you’ll find plenty of it here.
Modified Diets
In addition to regular meals and snacks, The Bristal is able to accommodate modified diets as needed. Therapeutic diets include no salt added (NAS), no concentrated sweets (NCS), lactose free (LF), and gluten free (GF). Mechanically altered diets include soft to chew, chopped, ground and pureed.
We believe that meals should always be appetizing and well-balanced. Ask us for more information about our modified diet options.
A Note About Nutrition
Here at The Bristal, we know that good nutrition is key to feeling your best. Especially as we age, nutritional and dietary needs can change. We staff a full-time Registered Dietitian to not only ensure that meals and offerings are well-balanced, but to offer more options for those who may need a modified diet. The Bristal is well-versed in offering therapeutic diets like no salt added, no concentrated sweets, or perhaps lactose or gluten free options. In special cases, we are also able to accommodate mechanically altered diets, sometimes referred to as a mechanical diet. These include pureed or ground foods or those which are soft to chew. With Alaina Hoschke on board, residents at The Bristal can feel confident that their nutritional needs are met no matter what. Learn more about Alaina:
Meet Alaina Hoschke
Registered Dietitian
A registered dietitian with a master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition, Alaina Hoschke, MS, RD, CDN adds more than just a dash of expertise to our Dining Services team. She has a solid background in clinical nutritional therapy covering a range of specialties – including geriatrics – allowing The Bristal to better serve residents with special dietary needs. Her responsibilities include menu planning for regular and modified diets throughout The Bristal communities, as well as conducting ongoing education for staff and residents. She also spearheaded The Bristal’s Taste of the Season program, which encourages residents and staff alike to try new and interesting ingredients.
Favorite Recipes, Chef Highlights and More!
Eating well is so important for our overall health – no matter our age. At The Bristal, we know a thing or two – not only about nutrition, but also the importance that food plays in our everyday lives as well as our family traditions. On The Bristal Blog, we highlight our talented chefs, share some of their favorite recipes, and touch on important topics surrounding nutrition for seniors. Here are the most recent entries from our food and dining category.
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Norwegian Culinary Tour in Mount Sinai
Here at Mount Sinai, we traveled to Norway to experience authentic homemade cuisine during our Adventurous Eaters Luncheon! Our culinary team served up an impressive menu featuring traditional food and drinks -- a few of which were family recipes […]
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Senior Living Dining Trends in 2023: Grab-and-Go Options, Farm-to-Table Eats, and Unique Dishes
In 2023, many senior living communities are continuing their upscale, restaurant-style experience while shifting their dining trends to include fresh ingredients and grab-and-go options. For residents, this means more delicious, exciting meals and […]
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Indulging in a Taste of the Season in Massapequa
Residents of The Bristal at Massapequa enjoyed this month's Taste of the Season program, which featured lemon blueberry overnight oats. Chef Tim did an amazing job creating the healthy breakfast dish for residents to try. Taste of the Season is a […]
Seasonal Snapshot
Whether it’s this month’s Taste of the Season recipe or made-to-order flatbreads in the Bistro, we love to highlight the culinary delights from our communities. Here you’ll find the latest from our Instagram feed:
Brunch is always a good idea! Residents from The Bristal at Lake Grove enjoyed a delicious brunch prepared by the Director of Food Service, Amanda. The energy was incredible and residents can't wait for the next one!
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Warm up this winter with our recipe for Warm Mulled Apple Cider! This recipe was created by The Bristal's Registered Dietitian: Alaina Hoschke, MS, RD, CDN.
Comment below if you gave it a try!
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Theresa is one of the newest residents at The Bristal at Westbury and she has already hosted her own cooking class! Theresa was joined by Rob, the Director of Dining Services, and they made her famous zucchini quiche for everyone.
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Residents from The Bristal at Lake Grove were treated to a special food demo by Amanda, the Director of Food Service, and resident Barbara! Barbara is a retired Home Economics teacher and loves participating in culinary events here at The Bristal.
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The Bristal at Garden City stepped back into the past with this 50's Diner themed event! Residents enjoyed diner classics like corndogs, sandwiches, soda pop, and popcorn all while singing along to the Grease soundtrack. What a fun night!
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Residents and team members of The Bristal donned teal for "Light the World in Teal." Held annually, "Light the World in Teal" is an initiative of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. Residents and family members had the opportunity to attend educational seminars, as well as enjoy themed treats created by our food services team. @alzfdn
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The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake hosted a wonderful dinner on the Bistro Patio with a special 3 course menu designed by Chef Gary! Residents loved the food and enjoyed the relaxing night under the stars.
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Mangiamo! Residents from The Bristal at Wayne were treated to a wonderful Italian Dinner Night. Chef Frank did an incredible job working the pasta station and cooking gourmet Italian food for everyone to enjoy!
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