The motivation for writing this book was born from a distinct passion to provide a vehicle of knowledge, a service and resource to support nutrition for the wellbeing of elderly people in aged care facilities, community centres, in their homes and the aged care population at large. This desire contributed to the development of Caring with Food with an array of about 150 recipes that residents in an aged care facility have enjoyed. The resource aims to provide various residential settings with the opportunity to offer trialled recipes and keep resident choice, decision making and meal satisfaction as a high priority. Caring with Food illustrates correct portion control and crucial elements associated with cost effective recipes while not sacrificing the integrity, quality or nutritional value of the meal. The journey involved in the compilation of this book has been exciting, enjoyable and most importantly inspirational as it has provided me with the opportunity to offer a book to enhance the dining experience. A group of individuals with specific expertise such as, an Aged Care Quality Assessor (who inspired the title for this cookbook), Computer Graphic Experts, in-house Chefs and Proof Readers were sourced to participate in the compilation of this book. The author, Dr. Elaine Simpson, RN; PhD, is an aged care specialist and winner of the National Federal Minister’s Award for Excellence in Care 2009 and also nominated for the Innovative Nursing Award 2010 in the HESTA Australian Nursing Awards. The recipes were discussed transparently in consultation with residents and their families at Residents and Family meetings, and then further evaluated at scheduled food forums. This gave them a feeling of inclusion as they were involved in choice and decision making that impacted on them. Feedback proved essential for process and to the end users. Staff were also consulted and supported this project especially by conducting surveys which were timely completed and modifications made as required to ensure enjoyable eating. This book is contemporary and innovative with sections of recipes for gluten free people and for futuristic Baby Boomers. Handy hints are subtly incorporated into sections of the book as useful or practical tips to make things a little easier!