By eating with us, you're part of a large-scale solution driving real change in the food system! Throughout the year, Bon Appétit focuses on bringing you the most nutritious and delicious menus featuring products which are local, sustainable, responsible, and organic; and that support an overall goal of health for each of us and for our […]
Delicious, Nutritious, Misunderstood Vegetables – Explore What You’ve Been Missing Eating a wide variety of vegetables is one of the best ways to ensure a healthful diet. However, many people are unsure of how to prepare wholesome vegetables at home so that they are tasty, or they consume a very limited variety of them. Join […]
Back by popular demand, our Farmers Market series will return to the cafes around campus this summer! Be sure to check out fresh-from-the-farm produce stands featuring Alba Organics, every Tuesday & Wednesday, June through September.
Lower Sodium – Keep the Flavor, Lose the Salt Most Americans consume far too much sodium, averaging 3400mg daily, and more than 75% of the sodium we eat comes from processed foods. Join our Genentech resident Registered Dietitian Lulu Cook as she illustrates of the large amount of sodium present in many processed and convenience foods, and compares […]
Join us in the Cafes around campus as we celebrate our nation's Independence Day! On Thursday, July 2nd we will be celebrating the upcoming 4th of July holiday weekend by featuring menus that highlight BBQ-themed specials, fresh summer fruits, and of course a whole lot of red, white, and blue. Be on the lookout for specials like […]
Join Chef Gerald Pabalan for a cooking demonstration featuring a favorite summer fruit - strawberries! You’ll have fun spending the afternoon learning how to use strawberries in three different recipes, all of which are the perfect addition to any summer gathering with friends and family! Chef Gerald will demonstrate how to prepare these simple and delicious bites while […]
Quench Your Thirst – Hydrate the Healthy Way This month we focus on importance of hydration and reasons why individual hydration needs might vary. We all know that the best way to stay hydrated is with water – plain and simple - however sometimes it is nice to find creative ways to hydrate! Join our Genentech resident […]
Nutrients from Nature – Eat A Rainbow This month we take a look at the health benefits of a diet that includes a wide variety of phytonutrient-rich fruits and vegetables. Phytonutrients include many natural compounds found in plants - such as antioxidants - that work in different ways to support immunity, prevent chronic disease, and potentially help […]
Join us in the Cafés around campus as we celebrate Peachfest, August 17 - 21, 2015 The fruit that is synonymous with a warm summer day has a starring role across all our menus, featured in breakfast and lunch specials throughout the week. Come sample such dishes such as Multi-grain Waffles with Sautéed Peaches & […]
Celebrating Living Well and Eating Healthy! Join us in the cafes around campus as we feature menu specials focused on health and wellness. Every cafe will feature a menu special at each meal period that adheres to our In Balance program. In Balance meals have the following key health features: full plates with less than 600 […]
Eat Locally & Seasonally – Optimal Nutrition, Outstanding Flavor This month we focus on the nutrition and flavor benefits of eating food that is harvested close to home and in season. Join us this week in the cafes around campus as we discuss three common myths related to maintaining a local and season diet. Then visit the cafes on […]
Join us on September 21st in Building 35 for a fun event featuring Crunch Culture yogurts! Representatives from Crunch Culture will be on site to discuss their new product: non-dairy yogurts which are combined with granola for a great tasting and healthy snack! Come by to learn more about Crunch Culture's range of unique flavors and sample their delicious alternative to […]