Daniel Family Commons
Stay Fresh
Ginger-Lime Melon Pops
Keep your freezer stocked with these summertime popsicles that will keep you cool with a little bit of kick.
Quenching Your Thirst
Water isn’t the only way to stay hydrated. Try these fun and creative ways to help you meet your fluid needs.
Shining Light on those Grill Marks
For many, the warmer weather calls for firing up the grill, but are there dangers to cooking over an open flame?
Grilled Watermelon with Lime-Mint Yogurt Sauce
This grilled take on watermelon gives a hint of spice but will leave you feeling refreshed and hydrated.
The Plant-Forward Grill
Check out these chef-approved tips to spice up your grill repertoire with plants.
The Buzz: Vitamin D and Sunscreen
Before spending the day soaking up the sunshine rays, find out other ways to get your vitamin D.
Chilled Cucumber and Avocado Soup
Rich in flavor and texture, yet refreshing, this chilled soup will satisfy on those hot summer days.
Stay Cool in the Kitchen When the Weather Heats Up
The beauty of seasonal summer foods is that the ingredients require very little prep to make them shine.
Commemorating Juneteenth
We are reflecting on the history of the holiday and creating space for our community partners to celebrate with us how they wish.
How to Choose Fruits and Vegetables: Sense the Ripeness
Whether shopping at the farmers’ market or the grocery store, here are some tips to pick out the best produce.
Fava Bean and Fresh Mint Spread
A simple snack or app made with your fresh seasonal produce finds!
5 Really Good Reasons to Eat Seasonally
With farmers’ markets popping up everywhere, eating seasonally is more achievable than it used to be and offers a variety of benefits.
A Love of Food, Photos, and Plants: Interview with Timothy Pakron of Mississippi Vegan
In this Q&A with Timothy Pakron of Mississippi Vegan, we discuss his approach to cooking accessible recipes and celebrate what it means to be gay and vegan in the South.
Veganism in Southern Cooking: Four Recipes from Mississippi Vegan
Explore Timothy Pakron’s bold takes on Southern classics, from mouthwatering vegan gumbo to drop biscuits with mushroom gravy.
Daniel Family Commons
SPECIAL HOURS
- Café Closed Jul 22 - Sep 1
- The Daniel Family Commons is closed for the summer
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Weekly Schedule
- Lunch Mon-Fri, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Eat Right — For You
Wellness
When it comes to wellness, Bon Appétit’s focus is on simple, delicious food — that happens to be good for you. To support long-term health, we are bringing more plants to menus every day in a craveable way, while emphasizing healthy cooking techniques. When healthy food tastes good, nourishing your body and mind becomes the easy choice.
Food Allergies
We serve thousands of guests with food allergies and sensitivities safely in our cafés every day. Our chefs, managers, and dietitians work closely with our food-allergic guests to create reasonable solutions to help them eat what they love. If you have questions about eating for your dietary needs in our cafés, reach out to us: we’ll gladly meet with you.
Sustainability
Wellness also includes the health of the animals, the workers, the community, and the Earth. They’re all connected. Bon Appétit has been committed to “food service for a sustainable future” for decades, and we’ve led the food service industry in tackling many important issues, such as cage-free eggs, antibiotics in animal production, and farmworker rights.
Dining Service Overview
Wesleyan Dining by Bon Appétit
At Wesleyan, students input is valued and critical to the success of our dining program. You will find a brief summary of the dining venues and the meal plans available in our brochure.
Tell Us What You Think
Common Questions
- I’ve been trying to eat a healthier diet. Will I be able to find a healthy food choice in my café?
- Can you tell me how many calories are in the foods in my café?
- How will you handle my concerns about a food allergy?
FOOD RECOVERY VERIFIED
Wesleyan University Dining and Bon Appetit are fighting food waste and hunger by recovering surplus perishable food from our campus that would otherwise go to waste and donating it to people in need through THE EDDY SHELTER
Learn more about Food Recovery Verified and
Bon Appetit’s food recovery efforts.