Ellore is among the communities that has adopted a chef-driven approach to dining, Lonoza said.

“We have built a system where chefs lead the process, not just execute it, with full ownership of menu development and daily operations,” Lonoza said. “Our kitchens are held to a professional culinary standard, rooted in technique, balance and the ability to adapt to resident needs in real time.”

Ellore will offer multiple venues, rotating seasonal menus and dishes “that reflect both comfort and refinement,” Lonoza said. The goal, he said, is “a complete culinary experience.”

“This will be our ultimate expression in true, ‘restaurant-style dining,’” Lonoza said. “We use local sourcing, thoughtful presentation and chef-led execution to deliver meals that feel personal, intentional and exceptional, every time.”

At Ellore, it is important that families and residents not merely see a menu but see “chefs who are trusted to lead, ingredients that reflect the region and meals that feel personal,” Lonoza said.

“We build food around the people we serve, not around systems, and that difference is immediately felt in the room,” Lonoza said. “Dining at Ellore is not an amenity; it is a living expression of how we earn trust, keep it and build lasting connections from the first visit forward.”

When families experience the Ellore dining program, Lonoza said they recognize “the level of care, pride and professionalism behind it.

“It communicates more than great food – it reflects our culture, our hospitality standards and the daily follow-through on what we promise,” Lonoza said. “From the first impression to ongoing satisfaction, dining plays a central role in building trust and belonging for every resident and family.”

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Written by: Tom Gresham

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