Celebrity chef Brooke Williamson has created an exclusive Cranberry-Apple Holiday Crisp dessert available for a limited time through Modern Recipe by Sodexo. The seasonal offering combines cinnamon-spiced cranberry apple compote with a sugar cookie crumble, topped with vanilla bean crème fraîche, designed to bring festive flavors to corporate dining locations.
The partnership represents a significant shift in workplace dining experiences, transforming everyday corporate meals into memorable culinary events. Joe Ganci, President of Sodexo Corporate Services for North America, emphasized the importance of this approach, stating that the company aims to deliver seasonal and nourishing culinary experiences that support employee well-being. This initiative allows employees to take chef-driven experiences home to share with families, extending workplace benefits beyond traditional office hours.
Williamson drew inspiration from childhood memories for the dessert creation. As Culinary Ambassador for Modern Recipe, she explained that the dish reflects her mother's tradition of making baked apples and fresh cranberry sauce with orange juice during the holiday season. The chef aims to bring those cherished memories to life while sharing seasonal warmth and flavors with Modern Recipe customers.
The dessert is available in two formats: single portions for immediate consumption during lunch hours and full crumbles for take-home holiday gatherings. This dual approach addresses both individual workplace dining needs and family celebration requirements, bridging the gap between professional and personal life through food experiences.
Modern Recipe's commitment to responsibly sourced, sustainable, and high-quality ingredients aligns with broader industry trends toward conscious consumption. The brand focuses on creating meaningful food stories that connect with the communities it serves, with Williamson's California-inspired culinary style influencing the seasonal menu offerings.
Beyond her role with Modern Recipe, Williamson maintains her independent restaurant venture, Playa Provisions in Southern California, while leveraging her television recognition from winning season 14 of Bravo's Top Chef and season 1 of Food Network's Tournament of Champions. Her celebrity status brings additional visibility to corporate dining programs, potentially elevating the perception of workplace food services.
The limited-time availability of the Cranberry-Apple Holiday Crisp creates urgency for customers while aligning with seasonal demand patterns. For more information about Modern Recipe, visit https://us.sodexo.com/brands/modern-recipe.
