DiningRD Blog

  • Introducing Chef’s Corner

    Introducing DiningRD’s chef’s corner, where we bring you culinary tips and tricks for your senior living dining teams from our own culinary experts and from our partners at Transformed Culinary Solutions, led by Chef Darin Leonardson. We’re kicking off this series with free content for DiningRD’s software clients via Transformed Culinary’s food artistry series, now…

  • Honoring Our Experts: Pat Schwartz and Karen Hanebrink Retire After Decades of Dedication

    We’re proud to honor Pat Schwartz and Karen Hanebrink, who are both retiring this fall after a long career of incredible dedication to DiningRD. Their knowledge, commitment, and warmth have shaped our company and the lives of countless clients. As they retire, we celebrate their remarkable contributions to the field and the lasting legacy they…

  • Flexible Dining with TableSide: More Choices for Every Community

    DiningRD was built by nutrition experts. And we understand that no two communities are alike – and that needs can change from day-to-day. That’s why we’ve designed our TableSide digital dining solution with flexibility for your community in mind. Take orders from a tablet your way: •  In advance •  At the table restaurant style…

  • Introducing DiningHub!

    What is DiningHub? DiningHub is a new, secure online platform in DiningManager that gives consulting clients centralized access to key resources and tools – all in one place. It’s designed to improve efficiency, transparency, and ongoing support. We’re here to help! Questions can be directed to (800) 544-3059 or the Consulting Operations Manager for the…

  • Streamlining Nutrition Care: Your Guide to the Updated Diet Manual

    The new DiningRD Diet Manual is now live! Our new manual provides updated diet options to support safe, individualized, and evidence-based nutrition care for your residents. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Client Success Team with any questions regarding our new diet manual and diet options – our nutrition experts are here to…

  • DiningRD Partners with ASPEN for Malnutrition Awareness Week™ 2025

    We are proud to announce that DiningRD has partnered with ASPEN, the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, for ASPEN Malnutrition Awareness WeekTM (MAW) from September 8 to 12, 2025. As ambassadors, we’ll provide complimentary access to ASPEN’s MAW webinars and resources to our network of nearly 1,000 dietitians nationwide. Together, we will work…

  • Honoring Future Dietitians: 2025 Scholarship Winners

    DiningRD is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Linda K. Crandall Scholarship! Linda K. Crandall, the founder of Crandall Corporate Dietitians, has dedicated over 50 years to creating world-class systems in nutrition. Her professional passions are entrepreneurship, collaborating with top dietitian leaders in the industry, and empowering others to be their best. Crandall…

  • Celebrating 3 Years on the Inc. 5000 List

    DiningRD is proud to be named as one of Inc Magazine’s Inc. 5000 fastest growing private companies – for the third year in a row! What started as a vision – to use technology to simplify the solutions our nutrition experts have been providing for decades – has grown into something more than we could…

  • Egg-sential Choices: Navigating the Egg Shortage Crunch!

    The avian flu outbreak is making it harder to produce eggs, which has led to higher prices and shortages of eggs and egg-based products. Unfortunately, this situation may continue as more poultry flocks are affected. But here’s some good news: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says there are no food safety concerns related to…

  • Pride in Foodservice Week – 2025

    Please join us in giving a heartfelt thanks to all members of the foodservice and nutrition teams that make such an impact in the lives of seniors.