Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining is offering new menu items for the spring 2021 semester, including the pictured fusion grain bowl available on Thursdays at Park Place at the Pond. Photo by Marie Freeman
BOONE, N.C. — Hungry for falafel naan pizza? Steak? Grain bowls? Fresh menu items and made-to-order options are being served up by Campus Dining as students return to the Appalachian State University campus this spring semester.
App State’s culinary team, led by executive chef Jules Bott, launched several new concepts — including made-to-order dishes, vegan options, a steakhouse grill and a deli-style carving station. Coolers stocked with items free from common allergens will also be available, along with Campus Dining staff members — identified by a purple lanyard — who can answer questions related to food allergies.
“Campus Dining is excited to welcome students back to App State this spring,” said John Eckman, associate vice chancellor for campus services at App State. “Student success is our priority and we do that by serving nutritious, tasty and freshly prepared meals.”
Park Place at the Pond on Appalachian State University’s campus is offering new menu items for the spring 2021 semester, including this spice-seared tuna with coconut green curry atop a fresh mix of stir-fried vegetables. Photo by Marie Freeman
Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining has launched several new initiatives for spring 2021, including fresh menu items and made-to-order options. Pictured are two new flatbread options offered in Roess Dining Hall’s Sanford Commons. At left: fresh mozzarella, tomato and arugula with a balsamic drizzle on artisan flatbread. At right: pepperoni and cheese on artisan flatbread. Photo by Marie Freeman
Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining has launched several new initiatives for spring 2021, including fresh menu items and made-to-order options. Pictured are two new flatbread options offered in Roess Dining Hall’s Sanford Commons. At top: fresh mozzarella, tomato and arugula with a balsamic drizzle on artisan flatbread. At bottom: pepperoni and cheese on artisan flatbread. Photo by Marie Freeman
The new smash burger at Park Place at the Pond on Appalachian State University’s campus is one of the newest menu items from Campus Dining designed to increase variety and customization. The burger is made with local beef and features cheddar, spinach, tomato, a locally sourced fried egg and caramelized onions with a side of kettle chips. Photo by Marie Freeman
According to Eckman, App State’s eateries, markets and coffee shops, as well as local food trucks, will continue to feature mobile ordering and on-the-go options, while Roess Dining Hall and Crossroads, a coffee shop within Plemmons Student Union, will offer “a socially distanced but decidedly communal atmosphere.”
Among the menu options are made-to-order omelets, cheesesteaks, tacos, quesadillas, flatbreads, wraps and grinders; oversized slices of pizza; a wok option with lo mein and rice; grains and greens bowls; and falafel naan pizzas.
Additionally, university convenience markets are offering monthly market boxes, local food truck partner Village Inn Pizza is now offering delivery, and the mobile food ordering platform Grubhub continues to offer a pickup option for all on-campus dining locations and will accept campus meal cards for payment.
The new menu items will be available at Campus Dining locations across campus, including Park Place at the Pond, Sanford Commons, Cascades Cafe, App Catering, App Bakery and App State’s convenience markets.
Appalachian State University’s Sanford Commons, housed within Roess Dining Hall, is now offering a steakhouse entree of the day, such as the pictured grilled rib-eye with roasted root vegetables, potato hay and onion bacon jam. Photo by Marie Freeman
The pictured turkey melt on rustic sourdough — available daily at the Carving Board at Sanford Commons within Roess Dining Hall — is one of the new menu items offered by Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining in spring 2021. Photo by Marie Freeman
Appalachian State University’s Campus Dining has launched several new menu items and increased its focus on customizable options, such as the pictured grilled salmon with cucumber-carrot salad, quinoa and spicy pineapple relish. Photo by Marie Freeman
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About Campus Dining
Campus Dining is owned and operated by Appalachian State University and offers dining services tailored to the campus community’s specific needs. With three dining facilities and daily catering events, Campus Dining provides opportunities for nourishment and also building and fostering relationships over shared meals and experiences. Campus Dining is committed to serving the Appalachian Community using sustainable practices such as local sourcing and contributing to campus composting and a constantly evolving partnership with the Office of Sustainability. Learn more at https://dining.appstate.edu.
About Appalachian State University
As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives. App State is one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina System, with a national reputation for innovative teaching and opening access to a high-quality, cost-effective education. The university enrolls more than 21,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and 80 graduate majors at its Boone and Hickory campuses and through App State Online. Learn more at https://www.appstate.edu.
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