Living at Edgemere is all about living well, every day.
As the prestigious senior living community’s Executive Chef, Jamaal Baty ensures that every meal served is exceptional. “If someone came to your house and cooked you a bad meal, how would you feel about that?” he asks. “This is residents’ home. My job is to make sure the food is good and makes them feel taken care of.”
Chef Baty is being modest, of course — the Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef’s cuisine is more than “good.”
For residents — and their lucky guests — who fancy an elegant evening, Medici offers elevated dishes such as Filet Mignon with Roasted Golden Beets, Aioli Mushroom Stuffed Quail, and Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Medallion with Pear Purée.
Residents in the mood for a relaxing bite to eat with friends are always well taken care of in the Portabella Café, which serves up the tastiest sandwiches, salads, burgers, enchiladas, pasta, and lighter fare lovingly prepared with the freshest locally sourced ingredients.
“No matter where you’re eating at Edgemere — in the formal Medici dining room, at the more casual Portabella Café, or even in our health center, the Plaza — I promise, you are going to get an incredibly good meal,” says Chef Baty. “Newsweek named Edgemere the best Senior Continuing Care Community in Texas, and I’m proud to say that our dining program was a big part of that. It’s a high standard we’ve set for ourselves!”
The kitchens at Edgemere source their ingredients from the best suppliers. “As just one example, we work with Pacific Seafood and get the same exact salmon you’d enjoy in any of the top restaurants in Dallas,” he explains. “Using the best raw materials, we make everything from scratch, and even have a dedicated pastry chef.”
Flexibility and Personalization
Edgemere is committed to superior hospitality across the board, a mission that naturally extends to its dining experience. “Everything is made to order and we’re more than happy to accommodate any special dietary needs or preferences,” says Chef Baty.
Sugar-free, gluten-free, and low-sodium options are available at every meal.
“But it’s important to go above and beyond. When a vegan resident moved in, we looked for ways to revamp our best recipes to make them vegan-friendly and as we were preparing for our huge Oktoberfest celebration, we were sure to surprise her with some special rich and indulgent treats that she could enjoy in the same festive spirit that her neighbors were enjoying their sausages and cheeses. We just want to make sure everyone is having a good time.”
Special — and spectacular — dining events are held throughout the year, with Independence Day, Pie Day, and a Taste of Tuscany being recent favorites.
Even weekly events are extraordinary. “Our Sunday brunches are especially sumptuous,” says Edgemere’s Executive Director, Teresa Bates. “Each week, the chefs offer a buffet that could easily compete with any five-star hotel.”
The dining team also works with residents on a consistent basis, catering resident-hosted parties and holding monthly “Dish with Dining” meetings to get feedback and suggestions, and to stay on top of changing trends and preferences.
Chef Baty understands that an exemplary dining experience isn’t just about quality ingredients, technique, and presentation. “My team cooks food that is good for you and good to you,” he explains. “We want every meal to be memorable, comforting, and special. We want our residents to be proud of Edgemere.”
To schedule a tour of Edgemere — and sample some of Chef Baty’s delicious food — visit https://edgemerelife.com/contact-us/.
