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RECIPE: Extra Sauces and Gravies- Basil Anchovy Tomato Sauce
When we dip into the world of tomato sauces, it's a playground of creativity with all kinds of different herbs, spices and curly additions.
May 16, 20232 min read


RECIPE: Extra Sauces and Gravies- Hummus Dip
Let's be real, Hummus is everyone's favourite warm up, snack or accompaniment. You can have it warm, cold, flavoured or the OG way and it wi
May 9, 20231 min read


Dips and Tricks... but mostly dips
For those of you who are familiar with dysphagia and safe swallow strategies, you may be familiar with the term “extra sauces and gravies.”
May 1, 20232 min read


RECIPE: Regular Easy to Chew, Level 7- Spinach and Ricotta Conchiglioni
A different take on pasta that is perfect for sharing with others and is as nice to look at as it is to taste!
Apr 27, 20233 min read


Interview: Disenfranchised Grief- Angela, Social Worker
Angela, an experienced social worker and regular support to many people experiencing dysphagia.
Apr 18, 20234 min read


Dysphagia and Disenfranchised Grief
Often when we grieve, we grieve a loss of some kind and sometimes that loss is a function, capacity or the “person” and life you knew before
Apr 12, 20233 min read


RECIPE: Soft and Bite Sized, Level 6- Prawn, Tomato, Zucchini Pasta
A beautifully well rounded recipe that gives just enough garden and just enough sea to delight your senses.
Apr 3, 20233 min read


Maslow's Hierarchy and Dysphagia
If we consider Maslow’s (1943) theory, dysphagia and the challenges it brings falls into every stage of the hierarchy.
Mar 26, 20236 min read


RECIPE: Transitional Foods- Fruit Juice Slushies
This is the perfect transitional food and is often used for therapy or quality of life measures but who hasn't enjoyed this as a fresh treat
Mar 16, 20232 min read


What Are Transitional Foods?
Transitional foods are foods that start as one consistency and then change once they're in your mouth. I know what you’re thinking… Magic 🔮
Mar 12, 20232 min read


RECIPE: Dual Consistency and Regular Easy to Chew- Minestrone
To back up our last blog post on dual consistencies, I chose this table winner as the perfect demonstration.
Mar 9, 20232 min read


What are Dual Consistencies?
Dual consistency is a term used when a dish has both solid or semi solid foods AND fluid.
Mar 5, 20232 min read


RECIPE: Level 2 Mildly Thick- Mango Lassi
Be this a fresh little summer hit or to accompany a spicy main dish, it's the perfect thick, rich and smooth drop to liven up your mealtime
Mar 3, 20232 min read


Thickened Fluids: Level 2, Mildly Thick and Level 1, Slightly Thick
Thickened fluids are usually prescribed at varying levels to avoid aspiration, fluids going down the wrong way
Feb 26, 20233 min read


RECIPE: Level 3 Liquidised- Gazpacho
Let your tastebuds take you on a trip to the sunniest summer lunch with your nearest and dearest.
Feb 23, 20232 min read


Liquidised/ Moderately Thick- Level 3
Level 3 is another IDDSI level that describes both diet and fluid, like puree.
Feb 19, 20233 min read


RECIPE: Level 4 Puree- Caprese Salad
This tasty favourite is the perfect entree, side dish or snack to share with friends- or just a fresh little treat for yourself because why
Feb 16, 20232 min read


Puree/ Extremely Thick- Level 4
Level 4 is the first level to encompass both food and drinks. As a diet recommendation it is known as Puree and as a fluid recommendation...
Feb 12, 20232 min read


RECIPE: Level 5 Minced and Moist- Pesto Risoni with Roasted Capsicum
Enjoy this moreish plate to warm the heart in winter or as a fresh side salad in the warmer months. There is an absolute sea of different...
Feb 8, 20232 min read


Minced and Moist- Level 5
Level 5 or Minced and Moist is the next modification on the continuum. It describes foods that are soft and moist and of pieces equal to or
Feb 5, 20233 min read
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