Family Destinations to Visit for More Than Just the Sights

Across the country, Sodexo chefs have taken exciting culinary inspirations to the next level

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Jun 18, 2018, 08:01 ET

GAITHERSBURG, Md., June 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- It isn't always easy for parents traveling with children to find food options that cater to everyone's taste at popular destinations. Sodexo, a food services and facilities management company committed to improving Quality of Life, employs chefs at major museums and attractions across the country who have created new and innovative food experiences for parents and children alike by offering classic choices with a twist. Here are several family destinations that showcase some of Sodexo's innovative food options:

The Mushroom Swiss Infusion burger blends mushrooms with beef to enhance the flavor and cut fat and calories.
The Mushroom Swiss Infusion burger blends mushrooms with beef to enhance the flavor and cut fat and calories.
The S’mores Loaded Pretzel combines two all-time favorites. What could be better than a soft pretzel, melted marshmallow, chocolate and graham cracker crumbs?
The S’mores Loaded Pretzel combines two all-time favorites. What could be better than a soft pretzel, melted marshmallow, chocolate and graham cracker crumbs?
Celebrating the best of the region, the chefs at the Virginia Aquarium offer a Blue Crab Carbonara with crab from the Chesapeake Bay; bacon from Smithfield, VA; white wine from Williamsburg Winery; and jalapeno hot sauce from Speedy’s in Virginia Beach.
Celebrating the best of the region, the chefs at the Virginia Aquarium offer a Blue Crab Carbonara with crab from the Chesapeake Bay; bacon from Smithfield, VA; white wine from Williamsburg Winery; and jalapeno hot sauce from Speedy’s in Virginia Beach.
Designed by James Beard award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and executed by Sodexo, Torchio pasta is combined with tomato, spinach, parmesan cheese and garlic breadcrumbs, bringing the restaurant to concert-goers’ seats at the Hollywood Bowl.
Designed by James Beard award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and executed by Sodexo, Torchio pasta is combined with tomato, spinach, parmesan cheese and garlic breadcrumbs, bringing the restaurant to concert-goers’ seats at the Hollywood Bowl.
The Chicago Botanic Garden serves the best of summer to visitors at its outdoor beer garden. The heirloom tomato and watermelon salad is comprised of seasonal ingredients, including baby arugula and red veined sorrel, organic watermelon and heirloom tomatoes, locally sourced Hidden Springs Farmstead (Wisconsin) feta, ice wine vinegar, balsamic syrup.
The Chicago Botanic Garden serves the best of summer to visitors at its outdoor beer garden. The heirloom tomato and watermelon salad is comprised of seasonal ingredients, including baby arugula and red veined sorrel, organic watermelon and heirloom tomatoes, locally sourced Hidden Springs Farmstead (Wisconsin) feta, ice wine vinegar, balsamic syrup.
In celebration of the honey bee and its contribution to the world, Sodexo is rolling out the Honey Bee Waffle Cone cart. Guests will be able to beat the sweltering DC heat with a waffle cone filled with vanilla ice cream, vanilla honey drizzle and cinnamon granola.
In celebration of the honey bee and its contribution to the world, Sodexo is rolling out the Honey Bee Waffle Cone cart. Guests will be able to beat the sweltering DC heat with a waffle cone filled with vanilla ice cream, vanilla honey drizzle and cinnamon granola.
The Mushroom Swiss Infusion burger blends mushrooms with beef to enhance the flavor and cut fat and calories. The S’mores Loaded Pretzel combines two all-time favorites. What could be better than a soft pretzel, melted marshmallow, chocolate and graham cracker crumbs? Celebrating the best of the region, the chefs at the Virginia Aquarium offer a Blue Crab Carbonara with crab from the Chesapeake Bay; bacon from Smithfield, VA; white wine from Williamsburg Winery; and jalapeno hot sauce from Speedy’s in Virginia Beach. Designed by James Beard award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and executed by Sodexo, Torchio pasta is combined with tomato, spinach, parmesan cheese and garlic breadcrumbs, bringing the restaurant to concert-goers’ seats at the Hollywood Bowl. The Chicago Botanic Garden serves the best of summer to visitors at its outdoor beer garden. The heirloom tomato and watermelon salad is comprised of seasonal ingredients, including baby arugula and red veined sorrel, organic watermelon and heirloom tomatoes, locally sourced Hidden Springs Farmstead (Wisconsin) feta, ice wine vinegar, balsamic syrup. In celebration of the honey bee and its contribution to the world, Sodexo is rolling out the Honey Bee Waffle Cone cart. Guests will be able to beat the sweltering DC heat with a waffle cone filled with vanilla ice cream, vanilla honey drizzle and cinnamon granola.

1. Museum of Science & Industry in Chicago: MSI Burger

The Mushroom Swiss Infusion burger blends mushrooms with beef to enhance the flavor and cut fat and calories.

2. Shedd Aquarium in Chicago: S'mores Loaded Pretzels

The S'mores Loaded Pretzel combines two all-time favorites. What could be better than a soft pretzel, melted marshmallow, chocolate and graham cracker crumbs?

3. Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center in Virginia Beach: Blue Crab Carbonara

Celebrating the best of the region, the chefs at the Virginia Aquarium offer a Blue Crab Carbonara with crab from the Chesapeake Bay; bacon from Smithfield, VA; white wine from Williamsburg Winery; and jalapeno hot sauce from Speedy's in Virginia Beach.

4.  Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles: Torchio Pasta

Designed by James Beard award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and executed by Sodexo, Torchio pasta is combined with tomato, spinach, parmesan cheese and garlic breadcrumbs, bringing the restaurant to concert-goers' seats at the Hollywood Bowl.

5. Chicago Botanic Garden: Heirloom Tomato & Watermelon Salad 

The Chicago Botanic Garden serves the best of summer to visitors at its outdoor beer garden. The heirloom tomato and watermelon salad is comprised of seasonal ingredients, including baby arugula and red veined sorrel, organic watermelon and heirloom tomatoes, locally sourced Hidden Springs Farmstead (Wisconsin) feta, ice wine vinegar, balsamic syrup.

6. Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington, DC: Honey Bee Waffle Cone

In celebration of the honey bee and its contribution to the world, Sodexo is rolling out the Honey Bee Waffle Cone cart. Guests will be able to beat the sweltering DC heat with a waffle cone filled with vanilla ice cream, vanilla honey drizzle and cinnamon granola.

"Sodexo's chefs believe that great food should be accessible to everyone. Whether you are spending an afternoon with your family at a museum or a date with your significant other at a concert, our menus feature a diverse selection of items to make everyone happy," said Larry Alcorn, vice president, marketing, Sodexo Sports & Leisure, North America. "Families can visit these amazing destinations and enjoy a great meal all in one place."

About Sodexo North America

Sodexo North America is part of a global, Fortune 500 company with a presence in 80 countries. Sodexo is a leading provider of integrated food, facilities management and other services that enhance organizational performance, contribute to local communities and improve quality of life for millions of customers in corporate, education, healthcare, senior living, sports and leisure, government and other environments daily.  The company employs 133,000 people at 13,000 sites in all 50 U.S. states and Canada and indirectly supports tens of thousands of additional jobs through its annual purchases of $9.2 billion in goods and services from small to large American businesses. In support of local communities across the U.S., the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation has contributed close to $30 million over the past 20 years to help feed children in America impacted by hunger.  To learn more about Sodexo, visit SodexoInsights.com and connect with us on Facebook and @SodexoUSA on Twitter.

 Learn more about Sodexo at its corporate blog, Sodexo Insights.

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