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Nutritional & Nice
Nutritional & Nice
December 3
Naughty, nice.....nutritional? Join us and Davidson Nutrition on Wednesday, December 3, for delicious and festive treats, packed with nutritional benefits! From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Vail Commons, taste different holiday snacks, like panettone, a festive fruit bread! Indulge in dark chocolate dipped glacéed oranges, and different winter fruits of the season. Warm up with a cup of a winter spiced tea and discover the benefits behind the drinks. Learn about the nutritional factors in these foods and spice up your holiday snack habits!
Meal Swipes, Dining Dollars, Meal EQ’s, Flex Dollars, or Debit/Credit Cards are required for this event.
Winter Wonderland - Bakery Special
Winter Wonderland - Bakery Special
December 5
We’re dreaming of a white Christmas, and delicious desserts at our Winter Wonderland Bakery Special! Join us at Vail Commons on Friday, December 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., for a sparkling display of pastries and sweet treats, perfect for snowflake weather! Try classics, and new recipes inspired by the cold season from our bakeshop. See you there, wildcats!
Meal Swipes, Dining Dollars, Meal EQ’s, Flex Dollars, or Debit/Credit Cards are required for this event.
Hot Chocolate Bar
Hot Chocolate Bar
December 8
The stress of finals getting to you? Relax with a nice, warm cup of hot chocolate on Monday, December 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Vail Commons! Decorate your hot chocolate with decadent toppings, like crushed peppermint, marshmallows, shaved chocolate, homemade whipped cream, and much more!
Meal Swipes, Dining Dollars, Meal EQ’s, Flex Dollars, or Debit/Credit Cards are required for this event.
Peppermint Mochas
Peppermint Mochas
December 9
Make the end of your semester SWEETER with this icy holiday drink! Join us at Davis Café on Tuesday, December 9, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for iced PEPPERMINT MOCHAS and decadent chocolate treats! Don’t worry, dairy-free wildcats! We’ve got you covered with a vegan alternative to this December classic.
No Meal Swipes, Dining Dollars, Meal EQ’s, Flex Dollars, or Debit/Credit Cards are required for this event.
Night Owl Breakfast
Night Owl Breakfast
December 10
Late night studying MEETS late night breakfast in this DELICIOUS event! Don't miss our annual Night Owl Breakfast at Vail Commons on Wednesday, December 10, from 10 to 11:30 p.m. Join us for this COMPLIMENTARY breakfast menu to power you through finals. Your favorite faculty and staff members will serve up classics, like Belgian waffles, crispy bacon and sausage, eggs, and so much more! Warm up with a nice cup of mulled holiday cheer, a specialty drink! Be the first two wildcats in line after Vail Commons closes at 9 p.m. to win a special prize. Color your final stress way with our GIANT stress-free coloring page and stock up on stress relief goodies at our study break corner. You don’t want to miss this!
We are looking for beloved faculty and staff members to serve hungry students at this late-night breakfast!
NO Meal Swipes, Meal Equivalency Swipes, Dining Dollars, or Credit/Debit Cards needed!
News
News
Now Serving
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.
Thanksgiving Break Hours
Thanksgiving Break Hours
Beginning November 21
Gobble, gobble! Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and it’s time to feast! From Friday, November 21, to Monday, December 1, Dining Services locations will have edited hours. Davis Café will be open with reduced hours from November 21 to November 30, except for Thanksgiving Day, November 27, to provide food for any wildcats on-campus during the break. Operational hours will return for every dining location on Monday, December 1.
Exam Packs for Cats!
Exam Packs for Cats!
It’s crunch time for our ’cats from now until the end of the semester! Make sure your student has all the necessities to crush their finals and conquer their projects with Much Ado Catering’s Exam Cat Pack! Equipped to tackle tough study sessions with index cards, highlighters, pens, and pencils! This Cat Pack is also stuffed with food fuel, like Cup Noodles, an iced coffee, and a Clif Bar! The Exam Pack even comes with a little stress relief, with a stress ball, Play Dough, and an encouraging message from YOU! Upgrade your Cat Pack to include a luxurious Davidson College tote, perfect for your student to carry their books in!
FARECheck Gold Certified!
FARECheck Gold Certified!
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.
Temporary Meal Plan Adjustments
Temporary Meal Plan Adjustments
Temporary Adjustments for All-Access Meal Plan
To give you maximum flexibility, we are making temporary changes to how your weekly meal swipes work at Davis Café from November 23 - 29.
Here’s what you need to know:
Increased Daily Swipes
You will have a refreshed number of Meal Equivalency Swipes, beginning Friday, November 21.
Double Swipes per Meal Period
You can use up to two swipes per meal period at Davis Café. This means you can treat a friend to a meal or get flexibility with your choices!
Meal Equivalency Swipe Schedule
Friday, November 21 --> 1 MEQ
Saturday, November 22 - Wednesday, November 26 --> 3 MEQ
Friday, November 28 - Saturday, November 29 --> 3 MEQ
Sunday, November 30 --> 2 MEQ
Temporary Adjustments for 2MP - 10MP Plans
To give you maximum flexibility, we are making temporary changes to how your weekly meal swipes work at Davis Café from Sunday, November 23 - 29.
Here’s what you need to know:
Swipes Convert to MEQ: Your weekly meal swipes will be converted into Meal Equivalency (MEQ) swipes, each with a value of up to $12 at Davis Café.
Double Swipes per Meal Period: You can now use up to two swipes per meal period at Davis Café. This means you can treat a friend to a meal or get more flexibility with your dining choices!
Your Total Swipes: The total number of MEQ swipes you have for the week (Sunday - Saturday) is the same as your regular weekly meal allotment.
Example: If you are on the 2MP, you will have 2 MEQ swipes for the week. If you are on the 8MP, you will have 8 MEQ swipes.
Using Dining Dollars & Payment Method
Your existing Dining Dollars are still valid and can be used at Davis Café for any purchase.
Default Payment Method: For your convenience, our cashiers will automatically process your order using your available MEQ swipes first. If you would prefer to use Dining Dollars, please just let the cashier know before you pay.
You can check your meal plan swipe balances and Dining Dollar balances at any time on the Atrium Connect app (going forward ALL of your accounts will appear on the app) or by going to Atrium Connect on the Davidson College CatCard Services webpage. Choose “Managing Your CatCard” in the blue dialog box and, once you have logged in choose “Balances and Transactions” under Account Management. All of the Meal Plan Equivalencies described above will appear when each new meal plan week begins. Your temporary Meal Plan Equivalencies will appear in the account Thanksgiving Break Meal Plan Equivalency.
If you have any questions about this temporary meal plan change, please contact Matt Hogan (mahogan@davidson.edu) or Chris Bradley (chbradley@davidson.edu.)
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!
Davis Café's New Menu Items!
Davis Café's New Menu Items!
Try them today!
This academic year is almost here, and Davis Café is already coming in HOT with brand-new craft sandwiches and tasty sides! Sizzle up your weekday meals with one of our new handhelds, like our Hot Shot Nashville or The Smoky Stack! Pair any entrée with our elevated add-ons, like our Cajun maple glazed sweet potato fries, a perfect sweet spicy kick! Want to level up your lunch break? Go all out and try our new truffle parmesan fries or handheld, The Truffle Luxe!
Davis Cafe is open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays for the summer!
Referral Bonus
Referral Bonus
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!
Uninterrupted Service at Vail Commons
Uninterrupted Service at Vail Commons
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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