Lee Joyner, Executive Chef at Cinnamon Luxury Care

For Lee Joyner, Executive Chef at Cinnamon Luxury Care, great food is about far more than nutrition – it’s about connection, choice, and joy. As he puts it, ‘We take immense pride in offering a culinary experience that reflects both personal choice and holistic wellbeing. Catering to vegetarian and vegan residents is not simply a dietary consideration – it’s a celebration of lifestyle, culture, and health.’

That philosophy is clear in every aspect of Cinnamon’s dining experience. Plant-based options are seamlessly woven into daily menus, ensuring that residents who choose vegetarian or vegan meals feel both recognised and celebrated. Lee explains, ‘Our chefs work closely with nutritionists to craft balanced, flavourful dishes that meet dietary needs while delighting the palate. From hearty lentil shepherd’s pie to vibrant Mediterranean quinoa bowls, our menus are designed to be inclusive and inspiring.’

Menus at Cinnamon are refreshed seasonally, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and global culinary trends. Whether it’s a warming Thai coconut curry or a delicate beetroot carpaccio, Lee and his team aim to bring both comfort and creativity to the table.

To enrich their plant-based dining culture, Cinnamon has also introduced a range of special initiatives. Monthly themed dining events – such as ‘Vegan Around the World’ nights – bring variety and excitement to mealtimes, while interactive cookery demonstrations, including sessions with Vegetarian for Life chefs, invite residents to engage directly with the food they enjoy. Resident food forums further encourage collaboration, giving individuals a voice in shaping the menus that reflect their tastes and preferences.

‘Feedback is central to everything we do,’ Lee adds. ‘We listen – whether it’s through surveys, suggestion boxes, or chats during mealtimes. Some of our best dishes have come from residents’ own ideas. Exceptional care includes exceptional food, and every resident deserves meals that nourish both body and spirit.’