Parkhurst Chefs and Team Members Share Cookbooks That Inspire Them
What makes a good cookbook? In honor of National Cookbook Month, we recently asked Parkhurst Dining chefs and team members to share their favorite cookbooks, and they provided a list that runs the spectrum, from church books to instructional guides to true classics. Read on to discover which cookbooks inspire our team members. Rise & […]
Parkhurst Infuses Restaurant Roots into Corporate Dining with NEW One Oxford Centre Location
Parkhurst is excited to extend their presence in Downtown Pittsburgh with the grand opening of its new dining locations at One Oxford Centre! A multi-level office and retail complex, One Oxford Centre is one of the city’s premier buildings and a hub for downtown activity. But it’s not all work and no play — it […]
Parkhurst 2025 Trend: Comfort Redesigned
At Parkhurst, we enjoy tapping into the emotional connection guests have with food by reimagining beloved classics with a fresh, modern twist. This 2025 culinary trend, fondly called Comfort Redesigned, combines nostalgia and novelty, as chefs revamp traditional dishes with globally inspired flavors and innovative techniques. Comfort foods are linked to stress relief, as their […]
Chefs Connect at Second Annual Parkhurst Camp’n Cook Retreat
Parkhurst hosted its second annual Camp’n Cook retreat in Hocking Hills, Ohio as a way for chefs to get out of their units and connect in the great outdoors. A dozen chefs from five states across our footprint came together to network, recharge, and spur creativity. “These moments are like a journey,” says Executive Sous Chef […]
Parkhurst 2025 Trend: A Personalized Approach to Nutrition
The idea of “healthy eating” has evolved. We know today that what works for one person may not be ideal for another, with factors like lifestyle, health history, and even DNA shaping individual dietary needs. This is where personalized nutrition steps in, bridging the gap between generalized advice and individual experiences. Not only is this […]
Parkhurst Brings Local Goodness to Every Plate with Our FarmSource Program
Parkhurst Dining’s commitment to sourcing fresh, local food isn’t just a promise but a passion. Through our FarmSource Partners program, we connect clients across our 12-state footprint with the best produce, grains, and protein, grown and crafted by dedicated farmers and makers. Recently Jamie Moore, our Director of Sourcing & Sustainability, set out to source […]
August Recipe of the Month: Grilled Corn, Basil, & Feta Salad
Our August recipe of the month is Grilled Corn, Basil, & Feta Salad from Alicia Koloski. As our corporate dietitian, Alicia frequently visits client sites and engages with guests through pop-up events, fairs, lunch and learns, and more, discussing important health topics like nutritious snacking, dorm food, and mindful eating. She also spearheads the Well […]
Parkhurst 2025 Trend: Why Crunch is the Texture of the Moment
You know that feeling where you take a bite into something and are surprised by the way it packs a flavorful punch? That’s the charm of crunchy texture — a culinary trend we at Parkhurst Dining have been loving. We are passionate about food and always strive to provide offerings that excite and gratify our […]
How Parkhurst Dining Caters to and Welcomes New Guests
At Parkhurst Dining, food is our love language. Our roots in the hospitality industry date back more than 75 years — so if we know one thing, it’s food. While we set out to provide nourishing, delicious meals to our guests every day, we also want to create memorable experiences when it comes to special […]
July Recipe of the Month: Lemon Blueberry Bars
Our July recipe of the month is Lemon Blueberry Bars from Chef Jessie at a corporate dining location in Cranberry Township, Pa. Chef Jessie loves baking desserts for family and friends, and she’s even known for her baking skills (Parkhurst Dining team members personally recommended she share her desserts for the blog!). She says this […]