Are you trying to focus your attention on eating more fruits and vegetables? Edgehill Community is sharing a recipe that’s the perfect, tasty combination of sweet and salty. Not only is this watermelon and feta salad refreshing and delicious, but it is also healthy and low in calories. Ingredients: 1 whole seedless watermelon (about 8-10 […]
Spring is in the air, but the air is still cool. Executive Chef Anthony Napolitano shared his favorite Chilled Spring Pea Soup recipe with us—the perfect light and clean-tasting dish. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, lightly crushed 2 cups sliced leek, white and pale green parts only 3/4 cup diced celery […]
Nutrition is one of the most powerful tools we have to support our bones, heart and brain as we age. Recent research highlights a growing focus on personalized nutrition, recognizing that specific health needs such as joint, bone, cognitive and heart health are shaping how people choose what to eat and how foods are created. […]
If you follow social media, all the photos of people doing handstands and contorting their bodies can make yoga seem intimidating. However, this ancient form of physical activity offers something for nearly everyone, and you can start at any level of ability. At Edgehill, you’ll find multiple opportunities to enjoy an energetic lifestyle, including joining […]
As we age, making sleep a priority becomes increasingly important for maintaining overall health and well-being. Quality sleep not only rejuvenates the body and mind but also plays a crucial role in countering the effects of diseases and illnesses that commonly affect us as we age. Experts say adults need between seven and nine hours […]
Executive Chef Anthony Napolitano shares one of his favorite Easter dishes with us. Enjoy this tender, flavorful celebratory roast for your next family gathering. Ingredients: 1 (7-pound) semi-boneless leg of lamb, aitchbone removed, fat trimmed to 1/4 inch thick, and lamb tied 4 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon fine sea salt 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary […]
What does wellness mean to you? Wellness can encompass the whole person—the social, the physical and the spiritual. Each of these wellness dimensions plays a significant role in preserving and promoting personal well-being. At Edgehill, a continuing care retirement community in Stamford, CT, associates strive to offer residents a mix of engaging activities that support […]
Edgehill Executive Chef Anthony Napolitano shares the perfect meal for St. Patrick’s Day with his signature House Cured Corned Beef Brisket recipe. Ingredients: 2 cups course kosher salt ½ cup of sugar 10 cloves of garlic, smashed 8 tablespoons pickling spice 1 tablespoon whole peppercorn 6 fresh bay leafs 1 1/3 tablespoons of curing salt […]
This recipe for soft and delicious oatmeal cookies creates a flavorful and textured dessert that will make anyone’s day better. Edgehill Executive Chef Anthony Napolitano has shared his signature Danish Oatmeal Cookie recipe with us. Ingredients: 1 cup flour ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1 cup softened butter ¾ cup confectionary sugar 2 […]
As winter’s chill descends, many people give in to the urge to huddle by the fire—and put off their fitness routines until spring. Maintaining fitness can play a significant role in overall health for senior adults. From improving energy to controlling weight and managing pain, regular exercise provides a variety of benefits. At Edgehill, residents […]