Spring is a great time to refresh and renew — starting with a full food inventory and overhaul of the refrigerator, freezer and pantry.
An organized food supply means less chance of family members asking that dreaded “what is there to eat?”, the lockdown question no one ever wants to hear.
Here, Sherri Vanderleeuw, director of Sysco@Home, the new home food delivery option from the long-time industry supplier for restaurants, shares tips for busy families on how to maximize grocery shopping with restaurant-quality bulk food.
Take inventory
Take stock of what is in the fridge, pantry and freezer. Toss anything compromised — food safety must be the priority. Inspect each item for expiration dates, poor or compromised packaging, signs of food decay like freezer burn or mould. Be cognizant of exactly what you are throwing out and why. Take note of what was used and not used to avoid purchasing items that will later be wasted. Now, clean, organize and make a proper shopping list.
Revamp supplies
Spring is naturally transitional and the perfect time to restock your food supplies. With inventory complete, the fun begins. Start by checking out Sysco@Home, the new home food delivery option from the long-time industry supplier for restaurants, to see what restaurant-quality local offerings are available.
Transition meals
After a winter spent slow-cooking and losing the meat in sauces, it’s time to let the meat do the talking. Springtime put the focus back on quality meats and fish. Salmon fillets, chicken breasts and some delicious cuts of steaks are the perfect items to fire up the grill for.
Finish leftovers
Given unpredictable weather, grilling isn’t always fun. During the transitional spring season, maximize some of the old inventory, and don’t forget to order your family’s frozen favourites for frantic times when dinner needs to be served quickly. A good pub-style night at home with wings, ribs and fries is always a nice reward on damper evenings.
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