Dining Services https://dining.carleton.ca Carleton University Mon, 04 Mar 2024 16:40:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.4.1 Carleton University Dining Services signed the Food Guide Friendly pledge! https://dining.carleton.ca/2024/carleton-university-dining-services-signed-the-food-guide-friendly-pledge/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 16:40:04 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=22479 The Food Guide Friendly initiative was developed by Health Canada to help support a healthy food environment in post-secondary institutions by increasing the availability and promotion of nutritious foods.

Carleton University Dining Services is committed to maintaining nutritious options through the following actions.

We commit to maintaining these food guide friendly actions at the caf!

  • Making vegetables and fruits available at all meals
  • Making drinking water available at all times at no cost and promoting it
  • Making healthy plant-based proteins available at all meals
  • Encouraging healthy eating behaviours by: Providing a dedicated space for patrons to eat meals together
  • Demonstrating cultural awareness in regular menu planning and through special events and
    celebrations

In addition, we commit to implementing the following food guide-friendly actions

  • Making whole grains available at every meal and promote them
  • Further promoting vegetables and fruit and plant-based proteins

If you’re looking to make healthier choices at the caf, but don’t know where to start, our Registered Dietitian Talia can help – with free, confidential appointments for students on a meal plan! Book a session here: Calendly – Carleton Dining Services Registered Dietitian

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Sip & Savour: Chatime Joins the Carleton Dining Scene! https://dining.carleton.ca/2024/sip-savour-chatime-joins-the-carleton-dining-scene/ Fri, 26 Jan 2024 23:04:05 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=22338 Excitement is bubbling up on campus as we proudly announce the grand opening of a brand new Chatime location right here at Carleton University, starting on January 29th, 2024! Dining Services is thrilled to bring you this delightful addition to our array of culinary offerings across campus.

The Perfect Blend of Flavour and Fun

Chatime, the world-renowned bubble tea brand, will be opening it’s doors on the first floor of Canal Building, perfectly nestled in between Mackenzie Building, Nideyinan and the Architecture Building so you can always find time to pop over to get one of our many refreshing and flavourful menu items. From classic milk teas to fruit-infused blends and creamy smoothies, Chatime offers an extensive menu catering to all who dine with us. Customize your drink with an array of toppings and sweetness levels to suit your taste. Beyond being just a beverage destination, Chatime is designed to be a social hub. Whether you’re catching up with friends, meeting classmates for a study session, or simply taking a moment for yourself, Chatime provides the perfect environment for relaxation and connection.

Don’t forget, if you are looking to grab a bubble tea on the go between classes, place your order through the Hey Chef app to pre-order, pre-pay and skip the line for pickup!

As always, we value your feedback and strive to enhance your dining experience. Let us know your favorite Chatime flavors, share your ideas, and help us make this new addition to our campus a true reflection of the Carleton spirit.

Stay Connected

To stay updated on the latest news, promotions, and events related to Chatime at Carleton, be sure to follow us on our social media channels. We look forward to serving you and creating delightful experiences with the Carleton community!

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Intuitive Eating – Developing a Healthy Relationship with Food https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/intuitive-eating-developing-a-healthy-relationship-with-food/ Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:15:48 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=22139 Why try Intuitive eating? If you find yourself turning to food for comfort, have trouble knowing when you should eat and stop eating, or if you restrict foods or yo-yo diet, Intuitive Eating may be for you.

This way of eating teaches you to listen to your natural cues of hunger and fullness instead of external rules about when and what to eat. It’s about finding satisfaction in your food through mindful eating and developing a balanced, nourishing relationship with food.

Let’s delve deeper into the 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating:

  1. Reject the Diet Mentality:

Goodbye to diet culture’s idea that there is a “perfect” diet or that some foods are off-limits. Leave behind rigid dieting rules, restrictions, and unrealistic expectations about your body size or shape and instead embrace a more flexible, less restrictive approach to eating.

  1. Honour Your Hunger:

Listen to your body’s hunger cues and eat when you are physically hungry. Learn to recognize and respond to your biological signals of hunger instead of ignoring and suppressing them. This can help prevent overeating and undereating.

  1. Make Peace with Food

Learn to give yourself unconditional permission to eat and enjoy all types of food without guilt or shame. It’s about removing judgment: no more “good” or “bad” foods, to develop a more positive relationship with food.

  1. Challenge the Food Police:

Learn to recognize and reject the internalized critical voices about your food choices, eating behaviour, or body size, by cultivating self-compassion.

  1. Discover the Satisfaction Factor:

This principle is about mindful and enjoyable eating. It involves paying attention to the taste, texture and pleasure of food. Discovering the satisfaction factor of food is about slowing down and savouring your food.

  1. Feel Your Fullness:

Tune in to your body’s cues of fullness and stop eating when you are comfortably satisfied instead of overly full. Be aware of physical sensations and signals that your body sends; honour and respond to them. This supports mindful, intuitive eating and prevents overeating.

  1. Cope With Your Feeling Without Using Food:

Develop coping skills that don’t involve food for comfort or distraction. Explore the emotional triggers that lead to emotional eating, and find healthy ways to cope with stress, sadness or boredom without turning to food.

  1. Respect Your Body:

Treat your body with kindness, care and respect – regardless of your size, shape, or appearance. Appreciate and honour your body’s uniqueness and worth!

  1. Exercise – Feel the Difference:

Get moving for enjoyment and well-being rather than to burn calories or change your body size. Find activities that bring you joy and make you feel good!

  1. Gentle Nutrition:

Make food choices that honour your health and your satisfaction without getting caught up with counting calories or strict diet plans. Listen to your body’s cues and preferences while also considering the nutritional value of foods.

If you are looking to develop a healthier relationship with food and learn more about Intuitive Eating, reach out to the Carleton University Registered Dietitian at askadietitian@carleton.ca!

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Coming Soon to Campus https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/coming-soon-to-campus/ Thu, 02 Nov 2023 18:26:17 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=22123 Something is bubbling up on campus!

Stay tuned to our Instagram for hints throughout the next few weeks and turn on post/story notifications to be the first to know! If you think you know what is coming, visit our highlights page on our Instagram and submit your guess for a chance to win the grand prize!

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Pumpkin Carving Contest https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/pumpkin-carving-contest/ Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:24:23 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=21881 Happy Spooky Season Ravens! Dining Services and Housing & Residence Life Services are delighted to announce our annual Pumpkin Carving Contest! Each floor will have a chance to decorate and carve your most creative designs on a pumpkin and submit your photos by end of day on Sunday, November 5th. Once all of the pumpkin photos have been submitted by each participating floor, it will be up to you to vote on the best one! Voting will take place on Tuesday, November 7th through to Wednesday, November 8th and the winners will be announced on Thursday, November 9th!

Best of luck, and Happy Halloween!

The window to submit your carved/decorated pumpkins has closed.

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What’s New On Campus! https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/whats-new-on-campus/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:35:13 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=21704 Exciting New Dining Experiences Await You on Campus!

Hey there, campus foodies! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure like no other, as we unveil the latest and greatest updates in campus dining. Whether you’re a returning student or a fresh face on campus, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with an array of delectable delights and innovative dining concepts. For more information about our Hours of Operation for all of our locations throughout the Fall Semester, visit our locations page!

The Kitchen Exchange: Prepare to embark on a flavour-packed journey as we introduce our offerings for The Kitchen Exchange in the Food Court. To kick off the Fall semester we will be diving into the rich Mediterranean flavors of Medi Eats. Starting after the fall Reading Week break, we will be introducing the authentic Italian fare of Tavolino. Tavolino features a variety of pastas, even allowing you to create your own! Starting in the Winter semester, we will have the soul-warming pho creations from Noodle Fix, and after the winter Reading Week break, we will feature the aromatic Indian spices of Republic of Spice. It’s a world tour of tastes, all conveniently located on campus!

Introducing Twisted Beet: Calling all food enthusiasts and eco-conscious diners! Say hello to our brand-new concept, Twisted Beet. This innovative eatery takes the spotlight with a mouthwatering, plant-forward menu that redefines deliciousness. Dive into a world of vibrant salads, hearty grain bowls, and savoury plant-based delights that prove eating green is anything but ordinary. Twisted Beet isn’t just about eating; it’s about savouring each bite and embracing a sustainable lifestyle.

Rodney’s Kitchen: Say hello to everyone’s favorite food truck, Rodney’s Kitchen, finding its forever home within Loeb Cafe. Get ready to savor those campus favourites delights without chasing down the truck! From sizzling burgers to tantalizing street food, Rodney’s brings its culinary magic to your regular hangout spot.

The Market Pizzeria Unveiled: Craving pizza perfection? The Market Pizzeria at Loeb Cafe has got you covered. Experience the art of handcrafted pizzas with the finest ingredients sourced from local markets. From classic Pepperoni to innovative specialty pies, this pizzeria is set to become your go-to destination for made-in-house pizza.

Freshii Takes Over: Calling all health-conscious food enthusiasts! The health revolution continues with the arrival of Freshii at Tunnel Junction. Prepare to be bowled over—literally—with an array of nutritious wraps, salads, sandwiches and more that cater to your wellness journey.

Revolutionizing Convenience: Prepare to meet the future of snacking with GetVicky, our state-of-the-art AI vending machine. It’s not just a vending machine; it’s your personal snack genie. Located on the first floor of Nideyinan our GetVicky machines will offer a variety of Freshii options, perfect for when you are on the go, between classes or just need a pick-me-up before a big study session. Healthy eating has never been this convenient and cutting-edge!

COMING SOON TO CAMPUS

Autonomous Store Awakens: Imagine a world where delicious snacks, refreshing drinks, and convenient essentials are just a few steps away, 24/7. Get ready to step into the future with the launch of our upcoming autonomous store named QE (Quick Eats), nestled in the heart of the Nideyinan. This self-serving marvel combines cutting-edge technology with irresistible convenience. From late-night study sessions to early morning cravings, the autonomous store will be your go-to, always open and ready to serve. Plus, you will use our mobile order app, Hey Chef to enter and pay for all of your snacking desires!

More than just meals, our dining spaces are a tapestry of experiences. A meeting point for diverse minds, a hub for laughter and study sessions, and a canvas for forging connections that go beyond the table. It’s where friendships are nourished, and ideas take root. The culinary landscape on campus has never looked more enticing. So, get ready to savor, celebrate, and satiate your every craving. Your dining journey begins now!

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Fall Semester Hours of Operation https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/fall-hours-of-operation/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:59:57 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=21683 Check out our Fall Semester Hours of Operation at all Dining Services locations across campus!

the caf:

Thursday, August 31st

Closed

Friday, September 1st – Sunday, September 3rd

Lunch: 11:00am – 3:00pm

Dinner: 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Starting on Monday, September 4th

Monday through Sunday from 7:30am – 10:00pm

The Food Court:

Thursday, August 31st

11:00am – 4:00pm

Friday, September 1st

11:00am – 3:00pm

Starting on Wednesday September 6th

Burger 101, Colonel By Chicken, Bento Sushi, Twisted Beet, La Cocina, The Kitchen Exchange & Basil Box

Monday through Friday from 11:00am – 6:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

The Market, Urban Deli & Shawarma Palace

Monday through Friday from 11:00am – 7:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

Tim Hortons Nideyinan:

Tuesday, September 5th

7:30am – 5:00pm

Starting on Wednesday, September 6th

Monday through Friday from 7:30am – 7:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

Tim Hortons Athletics:

Starting on Tuesday, September 5th

Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm

Saturday & Sunday from 8:30am – 3:00pm

Starbucks Page Break:

Starting on Tuesday, September 5th

Monday through Thursday from 8:00am – 9:00pm

Friday from 8:00am – 6:00pm

Saturday & Sunday from 10:00am – 6:00pm

Starbucks Teraanga Commons:

Thursday, August 31st – Friday, September 1st

8:00am – 4:00pm

Saturday, September 2nd – Sunday, September 3rd

9:00am – 4:00pm

Starting on September 5th

Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 8:00pm

Saturday & Sunday from 10:00am – 6:00pm

Starbucks Nideyinan:

Starting on Wednesday, September 6th

Monday through Thursday from 8:00am – 5:00pm

Friday from 8:00am – 3:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

Booster Juice:

Starting on Tuesday, September 5th

Monday through Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

Loeb Café:

Starting on Wednesday, September 6th

Monday through Thursday from 10:00am – 5:00pm

Friday from 10:00am – 3:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

Tunnel Junction:

Starting on Wednesday, September 6th:

Monday through Friday from 7:30am – 3:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

Oasis:

Thursday, August 31st

12:30pm – 7:30pm

Starting on Friday, September 8th

Monday & Tuesday – Closed

Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00pm – 2:00am

Subway Athletics:

Starting on Wednesday, September 6th

Monday through Friday from 10:30am – 5:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

Bakers:

Starting on Tuesday, September 5th

Monday through Friday from 11:00am – 3:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – Closed

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4 Tips for Healthy Eating During Exams https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/tips-for-healthy-eating-during-exams/ Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:00:21 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=14686 Exam time is almost here: late-night study sessions, lack of sleep, cramming for finals – with so much going on, it can be hard to prioritize healthy habits. But keeping a healthy lifestyle in stressful times can help you stay focused and do your best. Here are 4 nutrition tips to help you keep a healthy lifestyle during exams.

You may have the urge to skip meals to finish studying one more chapter, but ignoring hunger cues can set you back!

Your brain needs glucose! Not the quick sugar from candy or pop that will peak and drop your blood sugar, making you feel tired and craving more sugar. Complex carbohydrates break down more slowly, to help you focus without feeling hungry often.

How to do it? Just follow the plate method of eating:

½ plate full of vegetables, ¼ plate carbohydrates, and ¼ plate protein.

Some foods to keep you full and focused:

  • Carbohydrates:
    • Whole grains: whole-grain bread, brown rice, quinoa, bulgur, oats.
    • Starchy vegetables: eg. sweet potatoes, squash, and pumpkin.
  • Proteins:
    • Lean meats (meats with low-fat content) such as chicken, turkey, fish, tuna, and lean red meat.
    • Legumes: lentils, beans, soy: edamame, tofu, tempeh
    • Nuts and seeds
  • Vegetables: all types and colours (choose more of the non-starchy vegetables)

When stressed or anxious you may crave sweet or salty foods like chips, candy, or cookies.  These convenience foods aren’t only empty calories, they will also have you feeling hungry again soon. Plan snack or meal breaks every 4-5 hours to keep your blood sugar and energy levels stable.

For energy that lasts, eat snacks that include fibre like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Combine them with protein foods like nut/seed butter, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, or bean dip to keep you fuller, longer.

Caffeine from coffee, tea, pop or energy drinks can give you a short energy boost but too much can leave you feeling jittery, anxious and disturb your sleep.

Try to limit how much you drink. Choose water, sparkling water, herbal teas, or decaffeinated coffee more often.

You want to get enough rest before an exam. Sleep is more important than that an all nighter! Drinking caffeine late in the day can stop you from getting the sleep you need!

When focused on studying, you can forget to drink enough water. Pay attention to your thirst to stay hydrated. Dehydration can make you feel light-headed, dizzy or unfocused. Try carrying a reusable water bottle as a reminder to drink enough water.  You’ll likely want to refill a 0.5L bottle 3 times a day but listen to your body to know when to drink.

Water is the best way to hydrate, but if you struggle to get enough plain water, try these tips out:

  • Infused Water: add fresh cut fruit, vegetables, or herbs. Try cucumber, oranges, lemon, or mint leaves.
  • Herbal Iced Tea: try pure, unsweetened herbal or decaf iced tea flavoured with lemon, oranges or grapefruit
  • Fruits and Veggies: some fruits and veggies are packed with water and can help you increase your fluid intake. These include melons, cucumbers, citrus fruits, celery. They’re also high in fiber to keep you feeling full!

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Nutrition Month – Finding Your Healthy! https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/nutrition-month-finding-your-healthy/ Tue, 28 Feb 2023 22:53:30 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=20875 March is nutrition month! This year’s theme is finding your healthy! Let’s talk about to find nutrition information that is scientifically based. 

Nutrition in the news can be confusing. You can find articles that say the same food is good for you or bad for you. How do you know who and what to trust?  

Where is the information coming from?  

  1. One study or many? Look for meta-analyses and reviews. They take many studies, or years of studies to see what the research has to say on a specific topic. 
  2. Who funded the study? – many studies are funded by the food industry who are interested in a certain outcome. Be cautious. 
  3. Compared to what? Is there a control group – for example, if you’re studying people who eat soy, is it compared to a group who doesn’t? 
  4. How big is the study? The bigger, the better.  
  5. What kind of study? The best individual studies are called double-blind randomized controlled trials. These are hard to come by in nutrition and usually are specific to a single nutrient. Take soy again. The study may give people ‘isoflavones’ – an active ingredient in soy.
    1. Double-blind means that the participants don’t know whether they are getting the nutrient or not. That’s why it would be hard to study soy in general. You would know if you’re eating tofu!
    2. Randomized means that the person who gets or doesn’t get the nutrient is randomly assigned. 
    3. Controlled means there’s a control group (see point #3.)
  6. Are experts weighing in? Studies should be peer-reviewed, meaning that experts in the field assess a study before it is published. 

There are so many aspects to examining the research. That’s why you should look for an expert! In Ontario, anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, or nutrition consultant, without any background in the subject. Look for Registered Dietitians (RD), who are the health professionals that study the science of nutrition. Each province has an RD regulatory body to ensure that the public has access to safe, quality nutrition services. 

Other nutrition experts are masters or doctorates in nutrition or public health, who have the titles MSc or PhD. Other good information sources for nutrition advice include governmental bodies, public health agencies and large universities. 

If you have general nutrition questions, you can email askadietitian@carleton.ca and our Registered Dietitian can help you to make sense of the research!   

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The Future of Plastics in a Circular Economy https://dining.carleton.ca/2023/the-future-of-plastics-in-a-circular-economy/ Mon, 16 Jan 2023 22:06:26 +0000 https://dining.carleton.ca/?p=20725 The plastic ban has begun! Get ready to see more sustainable packaging on campus this year.

On December 20, 2022, the Government of Canada banned the manufacture and import of sale for six types of single-use plastics:

  1. Checkout bags
  2. Cutlery
  3. Foodservice ware made from or containing problematic plastics that are hard to recycle
  4. Ring carriers
  5. Stir sticks
  6. Straws (except for flexible straws for medical and accessibility needs)

These plastic-based items were selected since there is evidence that they are often not recycled, have readily available alternatives, and contribute to the degradation of our natural environment. This decision is a part of Environment and Climate Change Canada’s comprehensive plan to achieve zero plastic waste by 2030. Removing and replacing these plastics could reduce carbon emissions by 1.8 megatonnes annually, generate billions of dollars in revenue, and create thousands of new jobs by 2030.

Another component of this plan is transitioning from a linear economy to a circular economy. 

A linear economy is a “take-make-dispose” system that maximizes production and consumption using new non-renewable resources. In this system, natural resources are used to make plastic but are often not properly recycled or composted, leading to plastics being buried or burned. While consumers may only have hours with a plastic product, the harmful environmental impacts could be felt for hundreds of years.

A circular economy differs because it works to maintain the added value of resources while eliminating waste as best as possible. This ban captures the first stage: eliminating unnecessary or challenging to recycle/compost plastic and securing sustainable alternatives. Then plastic products are reused as much as possible before being recycled into new products. With this system in place, no plastic should end up in the environment, landfill, or incinerator.

In other words, a linear economy comes before the concept of sustainability, while a circular economy is based on sustainability practices.

The move towards a circular economy will be a steady process where measures are implemented gradually: starting with control measures and ending with establishing preventive practices. The decision to phase out non-recycled plastics is an exciting step to a brighter tomorrow.

By managing our shared resources responsibly, we can move towards healthier and more resilient communities for this generation and generations to come!

References:

ECCC. (2021, July 12). Canada is one step closer to zero plastic waste by 2030. Canada.ca. Retrieved January 6, 2023, from https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2020/10/canada-one-step-closer-to-zero-plastic-waste-by-2030.html

ECCC. (2022, June 20). Government of Canada delivers on its commitment to ban harmful single-use plastics. Canada.ca. Retrieved January 6, 2023, from https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2022/06/government-of-canada-delivers-on-commitment-to-ban-harmful-single-use-plastics.html

Payne, J., McKeown, P., & Jones, M. D. (2019). A circular economy approach to plastic waste. Polymer Degradation and Stability165, 170-181.

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