"The Salve Regina Dining team has been working hard to elevate our retail dining program with new products, competitive pricing, expanded Meal Exchange options, and more! We are excited to bring our community a plethora of mindful, delicious, and filling choices to ensure that we have something for everybody."
Tracey McGowan - Retail Supervisor
November was a Busy Month Full of Great Menu Popups! Check out some of the Highlights:
Custom B'Rito Bar
Everybody loves a burrito, especially if it is made custom just the way you like! On Thursday, November 2, guests were invited to Mongolian Grill for Lunch to have a Burrito made with all of their favorite mix-ins!
Complete with Plant-Based proteins and toppings to ensure that there were options for everybody!
Tossed Salad Specials
Roman Chicken Caesar Salad
On Monday, November 20, we served a custom Tossed-to-Order Roman Chicken Caesar Salad on the Salad Bar for Lunch and Dinner. Students enjoyed a creamy, cheesy, hearty salad and were able to have it made just the way they liked with their choice of vegetables, dressings, and toppings.
Chef Salad
Our Mindful Chef Salad special featured spicy Capicola, Flavorful Turkey, Deluxe Italian Dressing, and more! Students were able to ask for all of the ingredients they like and leave out those that they don't prefer to make the perfect custom Chef Salad.
Barn Yard Salad
On Monday, December 11, guests were welcome to dine at the Salad Bar for a Custom Barn Yard Salad! Complete with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, popcorn chicken, and a zesty BBQ ranch, this salad is sure to keep your tastebuds on their toes!
Smashburger Bar
Nothing hits the spot like a nice, juicy burger. On Tuesday, November 21, we served fresh Smashburgers on Mongolian Grill. This was the perfect way to enjoy one last tasty meal before leaving for Thanksgiving Break.
Guests were able to choose their choice of hamburger, cheeseburger, or plant-based burger and top it with their favorite veggies, condiments, and more! Served with house-made potato chips.
Nacho Bar
On Thursday, November 30, we implemented a fan-favorite popup at Mongolian Grill for lunch: our Made-to-Order Nacho Bar! Students topped crispy warm Tortilla Chips with their choice of protein, cheese, toppings, and more!
Whether you're looking for something spicy, something mild, something cheesy, or something rich, we've got you covered!
Other Impactful November Events
Eggs Benedict Bar
Wings Bar
Ravioli Toppings Bar
Breakfast Taco Bar
Weinerpalooza
Ultimate Curry Noodle Bowl Bar
Celebrating the Holidays in Style
Annual Thanksgiving Feast
Back and better than ever! The Salve Community came out to Miley Café on Tuesday, November 14 to celebrate Thanksgiving and enjoy a traditional Holiday meal.
We received a great deal of praise and positive feedback on this year's Thanksgiving Feast, with several staff members expressing it was the best Thanksgiving Dinner that they have had in Miley Café over the years.
Annual Holly Dinner
Our Annual Holly Dinner is a Seahawk Favorite! Students were welcomed into Miley Café on Tuesday, December 12 for a delicious traditional Christmas meal, complete with décor, appetizers, desserts, and more! The Fresh Lobster with Drawn Butter and our assortment of festive Holiday Desserts were highly anticipated by students and staff alike.
Many groups of students from residence life, athletics, students organizations, and more came together for a festive, fun family dinner to celebrate the Holidays before going their separate ways for Winter Break.
Miley Café December Dining Events & Popups:
Friday, December 1
- Popcorn Chicken Bowl - Dinner, Mongolian Grill
Tuesday, December 5
- Ultimate Grilled Cheese - Lunch, Grill
Wednesday, December 6
- Eggs Benedict Bar - Breakfast, Mongolian Grill
- Ultimate Curry Noodle Bar - Lunch, Mongolian Grill
Friday, December 8
- Late Night Breakfast - Miley Café, 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Monday, December 11
- Bard Yard Tossed Salad - Lunch & Dinner, Salad Bar
Tuesday, December 12
- Annual Holly Dinner - Miley Café, Dinner
Wednesday, December 13
- Steak & Eggs Bar - Breakfast, Mongolian Grill
Thursday, December 14
- Slider Bar - Lunch, Mongolian Grill
Saturday, December 16
- Winter Break
Have a happy, safe, and fun Holiday season!
Let's Dish - Recipes from Home
Feeling homesick? Looking for a taste of home here at Miley? Look no further!
We are encouraging members of the Salve community to share their favorite cultural, family, or comfort recipes with us for the chance to have your dish and the story behind it featured in Miley Café. This is a great way to enjoy some of your favorite meals here at Salve and to support your classmates in trying new and delicious dishes. Submit your recipe on our website under 'Recipes From Home' on the Explore tab.
Have a Happy, Healthy Holiday
Maeve Guidera - MBA, RDN, LDN
The Holidays are fast approaching, and Registered Dietitian Maeve Guidera has some tips and tricks to having a fun and mindful holiday season.
Food
- Rather than depriving yourself, reflect on your favorite holiday dishes and enjoy them without guilt.
- Avoid skipping meals or eating less leading up to holiday celebrations, maintain your routine meal schedule.
Movement
- During this busy time of year, it can be hard to maintain a routine, however try to prioritize movement whether it’s squeezing in a quick 15 minute walk or an at-home workout. Too cold outside for a walk or traveling? There are many online workout classes that only require a small amount of space and no equipment so you can take your workout anywhere from your home to the hotel or a family member’s home.
- Incorporating daily movement not only helps you to feel best physically, but also offers mental benefits.
Festive Beverages
- If you are of drinking age, be mindful of consumption, drink water throughout the day and in between alcoholic beverages. Remember, never drink and drive and exercise caution by drinking responsibly.
- Consider mocktails or non-alcoholic drinks such as flavored seltzers and waters. Check-out festive non-alcoholic drink ideas below! Using a special glass and pretty garnish makes all the difference!
Mocktail Ideas
For more information, check out our website or reach out via email to maeve.guidera@salve.edu
New in Retail
We are always working to keep our retail offerings fresh and ensure that we implement Limited Time Offers and Specials across both prepared and packaged retail goods.
Check out this month's featured canned beverage: Celsius Live Fit Energy Drinks, available across all retail locations!
Celsius is available in a variety of flavors on the Salve Regina campus and can be purchased at Miley Mart, McKillop Library Cafe, Jazzman's/Sandella's Cafe, and The Nest. We know that Final Exams can be stressful and studying can take a big toll on our stress and energy levels. Fuel up with Celsius to prepare and crush your exams!
Elevate Your Grab-and-Go Sandwich with the McKillop Library Cafe Panini Press
Looking for a hot meal but you don't have time to stop by Miley? McKillop Library Cafe offers a variety of quick Grab-and-Go sandwiches and salads available using Meal Exchange swipes and for purchase. Bring your sandwich to the next level by toasting it in the panini press!
Gifts & More
Calling all parents, friends, and more! Looking to have a special gift sent to a loved one, a friend, a roommate, or a Secret Santa? Check out the Salve Regina Dining site's Gifts and More page! Featuring a variety of baked goods made in-house by our Pastry Chef Jessi, our store is sure to have a treat that you're looking for. Remember - we have a 3 day lead time to ensure orders are prepared fresh and on-time!
Go to https://shop-salveregina.sodexomyway.com/gifts-more to learn more!
Student & Community Communications and Engagement
Salve Regina Student Weekly Dining Digest
Each week, Salve Regina Dining releases a student newsletter featuring upcoming holidays and events, retail promotions, UCook specials, and more! Newsletters can be viewed on @SalveReginaDining on Instagram, at the Front Desk in Miley Café, and across on-campus Retail Dining locations. The Salve Student Government Association and Salve Residential Life are also supporting in directly sending these newsletters to on-campus residents via email.
Maeve's Mindful UCook Demonstration
Registered Dietitian Maeve Guidera took over UCook on Monday, November 20 to support students in making mindful choices in and out of Miley Cafe. Maeve's protein packed dish showed students that a nutrient-dense meal doesn't have to sacrifice flavor. Many students were surprised to report that the Lentil Pasta didn't have a taste and texture far off from your day-to-day wheat pasta!
UCook Featured Recipes - Every Thursday & Friday
Every Thursday and Friday, we are offering a UCook special recipe of the week! From Ramen Noodles and Street Tacos to Paninis and Burritos, we are encouraging students to explore and build upon their culinary skills with options they may not try day-to-day in the kitchen.
Win-it-Wednesday
This time, we asked students what their favorite flavor of Celsius energy drink is to prepare for the new 16 oz. can of Celsius coming soon to our retail locations! We share this information with our Pepsi bottlers to ensure that our stock and supply are catering to the wants, needs, and habits of our campus community.
Win-it-Wednesday is our Salve Regina Dining giveaway program! We work alongside Pepsi to promote products in exchange for fun, exciting, and premium prizes to give out to students. We ask students to engage with us on social media for the chance to be entered into our prize raffle. Stay tuned next semester for exciting premium Win-It Wednesday events!
Thanks for Reading
Stay Tuned in the New Year for More Exciting Events, Specials, and More!
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