The dining experience at Cheeky Cherubs is always a delight for children and gives the educator an opportunity to chat and discuss “what’s for dinner?”. The dining experience also enhances children’s life skills, such as preparing and tidying up after mealtimes. Children are encouraged to help our educators in helping at mealtimes, as they would at home, including counting out what crockery is required and adding a touch of colour by putting flowers on the table. These are important and enjoyable times in the day where many topics are discussed by the children and their educators.
It is important to us that your child is given the time and opportunity to develop food recognition when eating their meals in order to learn different foods and textures and develop a diverse pallet. As the saying goes, “Variety is the Spice of Life” so it is our intention to expose the children in our care to as much variety and diversity within food groups in order to enable them to have a varied pallet and a healthy body.
We work closely with our chef on our seasonal menus, being mindful of promoting locally seasonal produce wherever possible. Only fresh quality produce will ensure nutritious meals and enhance dishes. The children at Cheeky Cherubs are our best critics!
Sample of Dishes and Snacks from our Menus
Main Meal
- Salmon on a Tray with Broccoli and Baby Potatoes
- Turkey Fruit Curry with Brown Rice
- Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil Penne Pasta with Garlic Bread
- Ham & Courgette Tagine with Cous Cous
- Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Curry with Quinoa
- Spaghetti Bolognese with Sourdough balls
Afternoon Snacks
- Nut free Granola with Fromage Frais
- Flourless Oat and Banana Pancakes served with Irish Honey
- Homemade Cheesy Crumpets
- Pineapple & Cheese Squares with Sliced Apple
- Natural yogurt with fresh Mixed Berries
Light Snacks
- Fruit
- Breadsticks
- Rice Cakes
- Yogurt
- Rye Crackers
