Menu
WELCOME TO ROYAL STOKE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALPlease find enclosed your guide to meals, beverages
and snacks. A wide range of menus for special diets are also available. Please let us know your requirements.
University Hospitalsof North Midlands
NHS Trust
WelcomeDear Patient,
Firstly we would like to welcome you to Royal Stoke University Hospital.
The bedside ‘Patient Menu Guide’ has been designed to allow you easy access to ‘General Menus’ and ‘Special Diets’
Our menus have been carefully selected to ensure patients nutritional needs as well as their religious and cultural beliefs are catered for.
Your meal order will be collated via our ‘electronic menu ordering system’ in the morning for your preferred lunch choice and again later in the day for your preferred evening meal choice. The ‘Week at a Glance’ bedside menu will inform you of your daily menu options in advance of your order being taken. Ward personnel will provide assistance should you require help when selecting your meal.
We hope you enjoy your meals.
Dietary coding and special dietsIf you have any other specific dietary requirements or food allergies please inform your nurse when selecting meals and beverages. We have a full range of suitable dietary menus on offer, which include: Vegan, Gluten Aware, Low Potassium, Allergen Free, Finger Food and Modified Textured Meals.
SUITABLE FOR THOSE WITH DIABETES
VEGETARIAN
CULTURAL AND RELIGIOUS DIETARY CHOICESPlease ask for our Halal, Chinese, Asian Vegetarian, Kosher and African Caribbean menus if required.
If you would like to see a member of the Catering Management please ask a member of ward staff who will be happy to make the arrangements for you.
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ContentsService times 4
Missed a meal? 4
Breakfast 5
Beverages 5
Sandwiches 5
Snacks 5
The Eatwell guide 20
Guidelines 22
Need extra help at mealtimes? 23
Food brought in from home 23
Guide to portion sizes 24
Protected mealtimes 24
Clean hands policy 24
Your feedback is important to us 24
Menus
Monday Lunch 6
Monday Evening 7
Tuesday Lunch 8
Tuesday Evening 9
Wednesday Lunch 10
Wednesday Evening 11
Thursday Lunch 12
Thursday Evening 13
Friday Lunch 14
Friday Evening 15
Saturday Lunch 16
Saturday Evening 17
Sunday Lunch 18
Sunday Evening 19
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Service times Breakfast service will be served between 7:30am and 8:30amLunch service will be served between 12:00pm and 1:00pmEvening meal service will be served between 5:00pm and 6:00pm
A selection of hot and cold beverages will be served throughout the day.
Mid-morning, early afternoon and evening snacks are offered. (Please speak to member of the ward staff).
Missed a meal?SNACK BOX
If you have missed a meal and would like a snack box please inform a member of the nursing staff, you can choose from the following items:
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Choice of sandwiches
Egg mayonnaise on white V
Egg mayonnaise on wholemeal V
Ham on white
Ham on wholemeal
Cheese on white V
Cheese on wholemeal V
Tuna mayonnaise on white*
Tuna mayonnaise on wholemeal*
Plus any two items from the list below:
Ready salted crisps V
Smooth & creamy yoghurt V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Sugar free jelly D V
Cheese & crackers D V
* May contain bones
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BreakfastJUICES
Orange juice
Apple juice CEREALS
Served with hot or cold milk
Cornflakes
Bran flakes
Rice Krispies
Ready Brek
Weetabix TOAST & BREADS
All served with butter or unsaturated spread
Brown bread
White bread PRESERVES
Assorted jams
Marmalade
Beverages
Tea (inc decaf)
Coffee (inc decaf)
Hot chocolate
Fruit squash
Malted hot drink
Snacks
Eating a ‘little bit of what you fancy’ can help you on the road to recovery. That’s why we provide our patients with a range of temping, tasty snacks in-between meals.
Plain digestives
Assorted biscuits
Chocolate cake slice
Madeira cake
Plain salted crisps
Ambrosia custard
Ambrosia chocolate custard
Banana
Sandwiches Available every day, lunch and evening
Egg mayonnaise on white V
Egg mayonnaise on wholemeal V
Ham on white
Ham on wholemeal
Cheese on white V
Cheese on wholemeal V
Tuna mayonnaise on white*
Tuna mayonnaise on wholemeal*
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Monday LunchAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Tomato soup V
MAINS
Beef cottage pie
Macaroni cheese V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Cut green beans V
Baby carrots V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
HOT DESSERTS
Sticky toffee pudding V
Custard D V
COLD DESSERTS
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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A range of sandwiches are available lunch and evening, please see page 5 for options
* May contain bones
Monday EveningAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Vegetable soup V
MAINS
Pork meatballs in a tomato sauce
Cheese and onion pasty V
Fish fingers*
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Spicy potato wedges V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Peas V
Sweetcorn V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
COLD DESSERTS
Crunchy strawberry dessert V
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Rice pudding D V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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Tuesday LunchAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Vegetable soup V
MAINS
Salmon & dill potato bake*
Lentil cottage pie V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Sauté potatoes V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Peas V
Mashed swede V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
HOT DESSERTS
Lemon sponge V
Custard D V
COLD DESSERTS
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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A range of sandwiches are available lunch and evening, please see page 5 for options
* May contain bones
Tuesday EveningAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Tomato soup V
MAINS
Lamb & mint casserole with herb dumplings
Spinach & chickpea curry V
Plain omelette V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Boiled rice V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Cut green beans V
Vegetable medley V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
COLD DESSERTS
Chocolate trifle V
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Rice pudding D V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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Wednesday LunchAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Mushroom soup V
MAINS
Roast chicken breast
Vegetable lasagne
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Baby carrots V
Sweetcorn V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
HOT DESSERTS
Apple pie V
Custard D V
COLD DESSERTS
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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A range of sandwiches are available lunch and evening, please see page 5 for options
* May contain bones
Wednesday EveningAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Vegetable soup V
MAINS
Fish in parsley sauce*
Vegetable moussaka V
Pork sausages
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Sauté potatoes V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Baked beans V
Peas V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
COLD DESSERTS
Cheesecake V
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Rice pudding D V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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Thursday LunchAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Tomato soup V
MAINS
Pasta carbonara
Potato & cheese bake V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Sauté potatoes V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Baked beans V
Peas V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
HOT DESSERTS
Plum crumble D V
Custard D V
COLD DESSERTS
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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A range of sandwiches are available lunch and evening, please see page 5 for options
* May contain bones
Thursday EveningAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Mushroom soup V
MAINS
Turkey cottage pie
Broccoli & herb quiche V
Fish fingers*
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Spicy potato wedges V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Vegetable medley
Cabbage
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
COLD DESSERTS
Dairy cream sponge
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Rice pudding D V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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Friday LunchAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Vegetable soup V
MAINS
Breaded haddock* V
Cauliflower cheese V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Mushy peas V
Sweetcorn V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
HOT DESSERTS
Bakewell tart V
Custard D V
COLD DESSERTS
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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A range of sandwiches are available lunch and evening, please see page 5 for options
* May contain bones
Friday EveningAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Tomato soup V
MAINS
Corned beef lattice pie
Penne pasta, leek & mushroom sauce V
Plain omelette V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Sauté potatoes V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Slice carrots V
Cut green beans V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
COLD DESSERTS
Trifle V
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Rice pudding D V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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Saturday LunchAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Tomato soup V
MAINS
Beef lasagne
Vegetarian sausage hotpot V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Sauté potatoes V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Baby carrots V
Cauliflower V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
HOT DESSERTS
Blackcurrant frangipane V
Custard D V
COLD DESSERTS
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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A range of sandwiches are available lunch and evening, please see page 5 for options
* May contain bones
Saturday EveningAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Mushroom soup V
MAINS
Breaded chicken
Tomato & pepper pasta bake V
Pork sausages
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Hash brown V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Peas V
Mixed vegetables V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
COLD DESSERTS
Tiramisu V
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Rice pudding D V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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Sunday LunchAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Mushroom soup V
MAINS
Sliced roast turkey
Cheese & onion quiche V
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Roast potatoes V
Mashed potatoes V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Brussel sprouts V
Peas V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
HOT DESSERTS
Apple & raspberry crumble D V
Custard D V
COLD DESSERTS
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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A range of sandwiches are available lunch and evening, please see page 5 for options
* May contain bones
Sunday EveningAPPETISERS
Orange juice V
Apple juice V
Tomato soup V
MAINS
Roast sliced beef
Vegetarian savoury mince pie V
Cornish pasty
Gravy available on request
SIDES
Potatoes, rice & breads
Mashed potatoes V
Chips V
Roast potatoes V
Soft white roll V
Soft brown roll V
Vegetables & side salad
Cabbage V
Baby carrots V
Seasonal side salad V
JACKET POTATOES
Jacket potato V
Choice of fillings (butter or low fat spread optional)
Grated cheddar V
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
SALADS
Cheddar cheese V
Ham
Tuna*
Cottage cheese V
Smoked mackerel*
SALAD SIDES
Potato salad V
Coleslaw V
COLD DESSERTS
Chocolate dessert V
Smooth & creamy fruit yoghurt V
Rice pudding D V
Light yoghurt D V
Piece of fresh fruit D V
Pineapple pieces in juice D V
Peach & pear pieces in juice D V
Cheese & crackers D V
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The Eatwell guideThe Eatwell guide is a pictorial representation of the recommended balance of food in the diet, it aims to help people to understand and enjoy healthy eating. It shows that we do not have to give up the foods that we enjoy for the sake of our health – but just eat some in smaller quantities or less frequently.
The Eatwell guide applies to most people including vegetarians, people of ethnic origin, those who are a healthy weight for their height and those who are overweight. It does not apply to children under two years of age. It does not apply to people with poor appetites, those who are underweight, those recovering from illness or surgery or people with special dietary requirements.
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YOUR NUTRITIONAL NEEDS
A balanced diet is essential for health and this is particularly important when you are in hospital as a poor diet can delay recovery. This may take the form of poor wound healing, increased susceptibility to infection, muscle wastage leading to reduced physical strength and mobility. Poor diet can also lead to apathy, depression and anxiety symptoms.
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GuidelinesThe following are guidelines to help you achieve a balanced diet:
Bread, rice, pasta, cereals and potatoesSelect something from this group at every meal.
Meat, fish, eggs and alternativesSelect something from this group twice per day.
Fruit and vegetablesHave five portions every day including fruit juice.
Milk, yoghurt, cheese and other dairy foodsHave three portions of milk or milk based products per day.
Foods high in fat and sugarEat in moderation unless you are trying to increase your energy intake.
Drinks8 – 10 cups of fluid per day unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
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Need extra help at mealtimes?All staff are committed to ensuring your stay is as comfortable and trouble free as possible. If at any time you need extra help please let a member of the nursing staff know, for example:
• assistance choosing a suitable meal for your dietary requirements• help cutting up your food• extra support or assistance with feeding• extra support to open food packaging• adapted cutlery is available• anything else
Food brought in from homeRelatives and/or friends are discouraged from bringing certain foods in to hospital for patients as it is difficult to ensure the safety of products not provided by the Trust.
Food not suitable to bring into hospital:
• Patés• Raw meat or fish• Cooked meat and poultry• Fresh or artificial cream• Sandwiches• Eggs• Cooked rice• Ready prepared meals (freshly made or microwavable meals)• Other foods that need to be refrigerated or heated
Where there are extenuating circumstances, for relatives and /or friends to bring food that needs to be refrigerated the food should ideally be consumed immediately or should be given to the nurse and:
a) marked with the patient’s nameb) date labelled (date the meal was bought to the hospital)c) content labelled, an indication of the meal contentd) stored within the ward patient food fridge
Unused refrigerated food must be discarded after 24 hours.
Patients, relatives and friends must note the hospital staff are not authorised to reheat patient meals brought in by patients, relatives or friends.
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Guide to portion sizesMain courses and desserts are served in a standardised size, designed to ensure the menu delivers balanced nutrition. A smaller portion can be selected if required. Potatoes, rice and vegetables are always available in small, standard or large (double portion) sizes.
Protected mealtimesEvery ward operates a protected mealtimes policy
This is a period of time when meal services take priority over other routine activities. Our aim is to provide a quiet and calm environment and the time you need to enjoy your meals without interruption.
Visitors are welcome at meal times to assist patients who need help with eating following agreement with the ward senior nurse.
Clean hands policyWe encourage all patients to wash their hands before eating. Please ask a member of staff if you need any assistance. A hand wipe will also be provided.
Your feedback is important to usIf the dining service does not meet your expectations please do not hesitate to speak to your ward nurse.
It is also helpful to learn which meals you enjoyed and to hear from you when you think we are doing well.
During your stay we may ask if you would like to complete a short survey about your experience. Your feedback is important to us so that we continually review and improve the catering services for everyone.
