The Marketplace at Usdan
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Sowing Justice with the Persimmon Collective
The Persimmon Collective Fund supports BIPOC farmers in the Southeast through greater access to land, capital, and technical assistance.
Farming is Heritage for Bruce Adams
Meet one of our longtime Farm to Fork partners, Bruce Adams, who works to empower the next generation of farmers drawing on his own decades of experience.
Centering Black Farmers this Black History Month
We are exploring the storied past, present, and future of farming in the US through the lens of Black farmers.
10 Lucky Foods to Ring in Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year festivities prominently feature feasts of carefully selected foods that promise good fortune in the coming years.
From Lanterns to Firecrackers: A Look at Lunar New Year Traditions
Explore some of the many rituals and traditions observed during Lunar New Year celebrations across the world.
Exploring the Cultural Significance of Lunar New Year
Learn more about this globally celebrated holiday by exploring the historic roots tracing back over 3,500 years.
8 Kitchen Tips to Reduce Food Waste (and Save Money)
Tips for shopping and preparing food mindfully to help you from wasting food… and money.
Cauliflower and Garbanzo Curry Soup
Mildly spiced, this vegetable and bean-based curry soup is quick, simple, and warming.
Waste Not, Want Flavor: 5 Ways to Eat More Sustainably
Five playful and practical ways to eat more sustainably without compromising on flavor or fun.
Chocolate and Avocado Brownies
Enjoy these rich, fudgy brownies which invite you to slow down and nourish your body and soul with each bite.
Eat With Your Senses
Make eating a full sensory experience, beyond just the visual presentation and the taste of your food. Your mind will thank you!
The Buzz: Bone Broth
Bone broth ─ a miracle superfood to help keep you well ─ or just another crock of soup?
The Buzz: Adaptogens
Are adaptogens the mystical medicinal tonic that can help support your immune system and reduce the effects of stress?
The Marketplace at Usdan
Weekly Schedule
- Breakfast Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 10:30 am
- Brunch Sat-Sun, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Lunch Mon-Fri, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Dinner Mon-Sun, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
All-You-Care-To-Eat Dining
HEARTH BAKED PIZZA
Our hand-made pizza station features a variety of selections for lunch and dinner. Daily pizza creations and more.
SIZZLE
We serve Northeast Family Farms hand-formed, freshly-ground chuck burgers, hormone and antibiotic-free chicken combined with all of your grill favorites.
MONGOLIAN GRILL
The Mongolian grill is our celebration of Asian cuisine. One of our most popular stations, it commands center stage with a sizzling array of regional favorites and ethnic specialties. Choose from rice or noodles, meat, seafood, vegetables, choose your own sauce and our chefs will turn your creation into a delicious meal.
SHALOM-SALAAM
At the Kosher station, Jewish tradition and culture will be celebrated daily in the food that is prepared and presented. Under the supervision of Rabbi David Leipziger, we present ashkenazi and sefardic delicacies from Jewish tables across the ages at holidays, rituals, festivals and in everyday meals.
SALAD BAR
Our salad bar offers many options for dining at lunch and dinner. The focus is on local produce serving vegetables from local farms including Wesleyan's student run Long Lane Farm. You will find all of the ingredients to make your own salad, or try one of our delicious composed salads.
STOCKPOT
Memorable bowls of soup made with the freshest ingredients from stock to garnish.
VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN
Wesleyan University is the winner of the 2012 "Most Vegan Friendly College" title. More than just legumes, rice and tofu, our vegan and vegetarian selections will be as varied as the world's cultures.
CARDINAL DELI
Monday - Friday specials like our popular pastrami reuben on rye bread. You can also have us build your own custom sandwich or wrap with a large variety of meats, cheese, and toppings accompanied by coleslaw, potato chips and a dill pickle.
OMELET STATION
One of the best thing about our weekend brunch is the made-to-order omelet station. Serving cage free whole eggs or egg whites, a variety of vegetables, meats and cheeses.
Breakfast
stockpot
classics
Lunch
stockpot
classics
vegan
kosher
tomato cucumber salad with red wine Italian dressing
yellowfin tuna salad with mayonnaise
pastrami or corned beef sandwiches with lettuce and tomato
marketplace grill
mongolian grill
hearth baked pizza
cardinal deli
orange honey feta cheese mesclun salad with cranberries and mandarin orange vinaigrette
caprese salad with fresh mozzarella, grape tomatoes, and basil balsamic vinaigrette
house made salt and pepper chips
Dinner
stockpot
classics
vegan
kosher
marketplace grill
mongolian grill
hearth baked pizza
pastabilities
rosé sauce with tomatoes and cream
garlic herb oil
steamed broccoli
wheat pasta
corn and rice penne
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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.
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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.
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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.
