Embracing Change: Team Members Who Made Parkhurst Their New Home Company
When Parkhurst becomes the new dining provider for a client, we make the process as seamless as possible by equipping ourselves with our best resource: the right team members. One of our core values is that we care about people, and that starts from the inside out. Happy team members lead to happy guests. While […]
Parkhurst 2025 Trend: Social Media Snacking
Have you ever seen a recipe on social media and thought, “I want to try that!”? At Parkhurst Dining, we often turn to social media to spark creativity in our kitchens. Our chefs find inspiration from the trends in their feeds, reworking traditional dishes to bring our guests innovative flavors and presentation, straight from the […]
June Recipe of the Month: Chickpea Shakshuka & Steamed Rice with Cucumber & Tomato Salad
In 2025, Global Cuisine is more popular than ever, connecting us to different countries, cultures, and flavors. Our June Recipe of the Month is a twist on a popular North African and Middle Eastern dish. Chef Jon Jagielski from Duquesne University presents Chickpea Shakshuka and Steamed Rice served with Cucumber and Tomato Salad. Typically, Shakshuka […]
How Parkhurst Succeeds in Serving Guests with Allergies
At Parkhurst, we believe every guest should feel included around our table, no matter their dietary needs or preferences. From allergens to lifestyle choices, we work with our guests directly to address their individual needs and concerns, and allergen-free stations prevent cross-contamination and ensure peace of mind. One student guest, Emme Perry, chose to attend […]
Chefs Unite for Food and Camaraderie at Third Annual Family Meal for the Kids
A “family meal” is a tradition in many restaurant kitchens, providing staff with a moment to relax and connect over a shared meal before a busy service. Throughout the year, Parkhurst chefs come together for family meals at engagement events across our footprint, including our annual Parkhurst Dining Family Meal for the Kids. Held each […]
Parkhurst 2025 Trend: Global Cuisine
Across our footprint, the rise in global flavors and immersive food experiences is a growing trend. Being open-minded to explore diverse culinary traditions and to enjoy culturally rich meals is what’s driving guests towards these flavors. But not only are guests seeking new options: They are also embracing dining experiences that give insight into the […]
Recipe of the Month: Tempura Fried Korean Deviled Eggs
Chef Wallace Stafford, Executive Sous Chef at Ursinus College, says there’s a reason why he loves deviled eggs. “Deviled eggs are one of my favorite holiday dishes because it is the safest thing to eat at a stranger’s house party,” says Stafford. “No matter what can go wrong in the kitchen, the deviled eggs are always acceptable. Burgers can […]
Parkhurst 2025 Culinary Trend: Take Flight with Flights
You may have enjoyed a “flight” before. For example, a flight of beer usually entails a tray of different flavors, like light, dark, sour, stout, or whatever else you wish to try, all in small portions. But “food flights” have also been gaining popularity in recent years, and at Parkhurst Dining, our chefs are embracing […]
Celebrating Mother’s Day
This weekend and every day, we honor the mothers and mother figures on our teams, in our team members’ lives, and who endlessly inspire us, in the culinary world and beyond! During International Women’s Month back in March, Parkhurst team members shared some of their favorite recipes from special women in their lives, including Chef […]
A Recap of 2025 Team Member Appreciation Month
At Parkhurst Dining, we recognize we couldn’t deliver first-rate dining experiences without our fantastic team members. Every April, we acknowledge them with Team Member Appreciation Month, a whole month dedicated to recognizing our team and celebrating their accomplishments. During the 2025 Team Member Appreciation Month, we threw parties, shared special meals, observed milestones, and more, […]