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February 17
In honor of Random Acts of Kindness Day on Tuesday, February 17, join us at Davis Café for refreshing Poppi floats! From 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., taste the delicious pre-biotic soda, combined with creamy lemon sorbet, and topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
This event does not requires Dining Dollars, Meal Swipes, or Credit/Debit Cards.
February 18
Dearest Gentle Reader,
Join us on Wednesday, February 18, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Vail Commons, for a marvelous soirée, inspired by the hit Netflix show, Bridgerton! Taste decadent tea party treats and snacks, like scones, coconut macaroons, tarts, and so much more! Pair your desserts with a hot berries and cream cup of tea or an iced hibiscus tea! Try classical menus inspired by the town of Mayfair, royal enough for Lady Whistledown! This event will be the talk of the ton, so don’t miss this special occasion!
This event requires Dining Dollars, Meal Swipes, or Credit/Debit Cards.
February 19
Did you know? Dark chocolate helps relieve stress, supports heart health, and keeps your brain sharp! Join us and Davidson Nutrition to try different percentages of dark chocolate at Vail Commons on Thursday, February 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Learn about the health benefits of this sweet treat, share what you love about yourself, spin to win cool prizes, and more!
This event requires Dining Dollars, Meal Swipes, or Credit/Debit Cards.
February 24
Steve Sando, founder of Rancho Gordo, joins us at Vail Commons on Tuesday, February 24, for a special discussion about his heirloom bean success! Steve will share his insight to growing crops native to the Americas, while supporting sustainable farming practices with a discussion at 12:15 p.m. Taste Rancho Gordo beans, spices, and more in a rustic lunch menu, inspired by the founder himself! Discover different bean varieties and learn the importance behind these foods in your diet. Purchase a Ranch Gordo cookbook and create your own heirloom bean dishes!
This event requires Dining Dollars, Meal Swipes, or Credit/Debit Cards.
A thank to our collaborating departments; History, Biology, Environmental Studies, The Farm at Davidson, Van Every-Smith Galleries, Public Health, and the Center for Civic Engagement.
This Spring Semester!
Learn about options at Vail Commons with Taste Test Tuesdays! This spring semester, we’re partnering with Nutrition to host special tastings of classic dining hall options to widen your horizon while enjoying your meals at this location. Try different side items and entrees, chat with registered dieticians about your options at Vail Commons and mix up your normal go-to meal from this location!
Taste Test Tuesdays will be during selected Tuesdays of the spring semester; February 17, April 7, April 21, May 5.
Available NOW Through February 9!
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to share the love with your significant others, friends, family, and peers! With Much Ado Catering’s elegant Sweetheart Offerings this holiday, it’ll be easier to spread the love. Enjoy a Red Velvet Heart Cake, enough to share with your pals, for $30! This classic dessert is coated with sweet cream cheese icing and Valentine sprinkles. Maybe your Valentine is a choco-lover? Gift them a For the Love of Chocolate gourmet cookie and brownie pack for $24. Give your sweetheart a classic treat with our Chocolate Covered Strawberry Pack, ranging from half ($12,) to full dozen ($22,) with the option to add our decadent chocolate truffles to the mix. What would Valentine’s Day be without the most romantic flower of them all? Surprise your Valentine with a Half Dozen Beautiful, Stemmed Roses, in shades of red, yellow, pink, and white! Perfect for soulmates, dorm mates, or friends, and only $18!
These Sweetheart Offerings are not available for long! Place your order by February 9, for your Valentine to pick up their surprise at Vail Commons on February 13!
We accept Debit/Credit Cards, Declining Balance, and Dining Dollars.
Do you have ideas for a future menu item at a Dining Services location? Maybe you want to share a positive experience you had with a team member? Whatever your thoughts are, we want to hear from YOU! Take our short survey and let us know what we can improve on for your next visit.
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Vail Commons is known for unforgettable entrees and sides, designed to fit every need. This coming academic year, we’re leveling up and bringing the Davison community a whole new identity to Vail Commons, catered towards allergies and dietary needs. Introducing our Friendly Fork program, creating stations free of the main nine allergens; peanut, tree nut, soy, dairy, egg, fish, shellfish, and sesame! The Friendly Fork stations can be found at Herbs and Spices, Corner Grill, and Power Plant in Vail Commons, making these three show-stopping areas FREE of the main nine allergies. Every wildcat, no matter the dietary restriction, can eat comfortably and enjoy all of what these stations have to offer, without the worry of their allergies or intolerances getting in the way.
A huge congratulations to our Dining Services team for becoming FARECheck Gold Certified! FARECheck Gold is the highest level of recognition currently awarded by the Food Allergy Research & Education institution. Davidson College is now one of only five schools IN THE COUNTRY to achieve this accomplishment! With the introduction of the Friendly Fork program this semester, and the hard work, and dedication from the Dining Services team, we are proud to serve students, faculty, staff, and the Davidson community, no matter the allergen or dietary restriction.
Sign up today!
Forget about bringing your lunch from home and sign up for a Faculty and Staff Dining Plan instead! With different Dining Dollar bundles, you can select the right amount for your CatCard. Choose from Dining Dollar bundles of $50, $100, or $250, for discounted prices that NEVER EXPIRE during your employment at Davidson College. That’s right, they NEVER expire. Go with our top bundle of $250 DD for only $215 and enjoy food from any of our retail Dining Services locations, including Much Ado Catering. All Dining Dollar bundles receive a discounted door price at Vail Commons, too! So, save yourself the extra hassle, and leave the lunchbox at home! Contact CatCard Services to sign up for your Faculty and Staff Dining Plan!
Recommend a Friend!
Do you know someone who would be an amazing team member at Dining Services? Refer a friend to any position in Dining Services and receive $500! College employees will receive $250 at the end of each semester. Referrals and college employees must work both semesters to receive the full bonus. The referral must also include your name in application while applying to the position. Explore our open positions to see if your friend is a good fit!
Have questions? Contact Pinky Varghese, Director of Dining Services, at pivarghese@davidson.edu or 704-894-2076, to learn more!
Enjoy all-you-care-to-eat anytime!
You asked for it, we’ve got it! Vail Commons IS open with uninterrupted service weekdays (Monday - Thursday) from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.! These revised operational hours of the location are designed to fit complex schedules, student athletes, faculty and staff, and wildcats around campus. Vail Commons hosts three meal periods (breakfast, lunch, and dinner.) In between these meal periods, the location will still be open, offering continental and lite lunch options. Grab a salad, burger, sandwich, or delicious bowl of yogurt anytime of the day at Vail Commons and never worry you’ll miss a chance to use a swipe!
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