Chef Brooke Williamson Introduces Limited-Edition Cranberry-Apple Holiday Crisp for Modern Recipe

Celebrity chef Brooke Williamson is bringing holiday comfort and festive cheer to corporate dining with her exclusive Cranberry-Apple Holiday Crisp, available for a limited time at Modern Recipe locations. The dessert features cinnamon-spiced cranberry apple compote with a sugar cookie crumble, topped with vanilla bean crème fraîche, drawing inspiration from Williamson's childhood holiday memories. Joe Ganci, President of Sodexo Corporate Services, North America, emphasized the importance of this collaboration in transforming workplace dining into memorable experiences that extend beyond the office. Modern Recipe is excited to work with Chef Brooke, and we're proud to deliver a seasonal and nourishing culinary experience that supports employees' well-being, said Ganci. We are transforming everyday dining into something memorable, and now, employees can take that same chef-driven experience home to their families, making it easier than ever to share moments of warmth, flavor, and connection beyond the workplace.

The Cranberry Apple Holiday Crisp represents more than just a seasonal dessert—it embodies the connection between food, memory, and community that Modern Recipe aims to foster in corporate environments. Williamson shared the personal significance behind the creation, explaining how her mother's holiday traditions inspired the dish. As a child, my mom would often make baked apples and her fresh cranberry sauce made with orange juice for my sister and me as a special treat during this time of year, said Brooke Williamson, Culinary Ambassador for Modern Recipe. The Cranberry Apple Holiday Crisp is my way of bringing those cherished memories to life and sharing the warmth and flavors of the season with others. It's a dessert that feels like home.

As Culinary Ambassador for Modern Recipe, Chef Williamson infuses her signature California style into the brand with fresh, seasonal dishes that create meaningful food stories connecting with the communities the brand serves. The partnership demonstrates Modern Recipe's commitment to crafting memorable dining experiences through delicious, feel-good food made with responsibly sourced, sustainable, and high-quality ingredients. Available now at Modern Recipe corporate dining locations, the dessert can be enjoyed as a single portion during lunch or taken home as a full crumble to elevate holiday gatherings. This initiative reflects broader trends in corporate dining where quality, chef-driven options are becoming increasingly important for employee satisfaction and well-being. For more information about Modern Recipe, visit https://us.sodexo.com/brands/modern-recipe.