By Kelly A. Shue
THE ERICKSON TRIBUNE
Rather than fighting traffic, paying a hefty penny for a delicious meal, or spending the day in the kitchen, members of the Riderwood community continue to hang up their pots and pans, making a beeline to the campus’ five on-site restaurants.
Tempted by healthy and delicious food, engaging conversation, and unbeatable service, diners find that these restaurants offer some of the best dining in Maryland.
Delicious food
Seven days a week, the dining staff provides a wide variety of healthy options for its 2,800-person community. The restaurants include more than 500 delectable menu options that rotate every day—from melt-in-your-mouth beef tenderloin to freshly grilled catch of the day.
“Eating well is the key to a healthy lifestyle,” says Victor Cirrincione, Riderwood’s executive chef.
“Every day each of our five restaurants offers healthy and nutritious entrées.”
And for those who live there, not only are delicious and well-balanced menu options available, but one meal a day is included in their monthly service package.
“One of my favorite things about Riderwood is not having to cook,” says Emma Ditman. “I don’t have to plan meals or do the dishes. Now that I have more free time, I’ve started a new hobby. I didn’t have time for that before.”
Social dining
In addition to the health benefits of proper nutrition, topnotch restaurants provide community members with a popular social outlet.
“Every night at dinner we meet people eager to talk,” says Funny Jaffe. “This was much harder to do when we lived in our condo. The caliber of people at Riderwood is truly unique. People here are so bright and have so many wonderful experiences to share.”
Community member James Guthrie agrees. “There are a lot of possibilities for interacting with your neighbors, whom you see on an almost daily basis. Eating meals together is a great way to really get to know your neighbor,” he says.