On Friday 7th August from 12pm–3pm, Care UK’s Bailey Lodge will open its doors to families and neighbours for a food festival, inviting guests to tuck in and celebrate the nation’s shared love of great cuisine, community and connection. 

Visitors to the Radwinter Road home can look forward to tasting flavours from around the world in delicious dishes prepared by residents alongside the home’s head chef.  

From Mexican nachos to Italian biscuits, Indian curries to German pretzels, there will be four different street food stands to sample. Sustainability will be at the forefront of the festivities, showing how thoughtful food choices can support a more environmentally aware community. 

The event is part of the ‘A Taste of Home’ initiative, which will see Care UK homes across the country host foodie-themed celebrations and showcase what life in a care home is really like. 

Each festival will offer sustainable, community-focused activities while championing the diversity and creativity within the homes, from residents’ favourite recipes to seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients. 

Abhilash Gopi, Home Manager at Bailey Lodge, said: “We’re delighted to be hosting our very own food festival! 

“We are part of a strong community here in Saffron Walden, and days like this are a wonderful way of bringing people together to celebrate our love of food while giving residents the opportunity to share their favourite recipes and traditions with younger generations. 

“The afternoon not only promises a lot of laughter, but it is also an excellent way for residents to meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones. We can’t wait to welcome everyone through the doors.” 

To find out more about A Taste of Home, please visit careuk.com/a-taste-of-home. 

Bailey Lodge is a luxury care home that incorporates plenty of space for hobby and leisure activities. The layout of the building is configured into a series of individual suites, each having a dedicated lounge/dining room to facilitate the creation of close-knit communities. Full-time residential and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care, is provided by an expert team.   

For more information on Bailey Lodge and to book your place at the event, please contact Customer Relations Manager Michael Faulkner-Dunkley on 01799 420 102, email michael.faulkner-dunkley@careuk.com or visit careuk.com/bailey-lodge.