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Pitsgiving Keeps Giving!
Have you ever wondered what happens to all the leftover food from our annual Pitsgiving celebration? It doesn’t go to waste—it gets reused! Each year, our Sustainability Coordinator Quin leads an initiative called “Pitsgiving Keeps Giving,” held a few days…
Tailgate with a Plant Forward Twist!
Winston-Salem, NC — November 7, 2025 Today, the dining hall was transformed into a lively basketball-themed tailgate—but with a sustainable twist. In a spirited collaboration between the campus registered dietitian and sustainability coordinator, students and staff were treated to a…
Plant-Forward Pizza Party Celebrates World Vegetarian Day with a Cheesy Twist
October 1st marked a delicious celebration of World Vegetarian Day at the Pit, where plant-forward dining took center stage—served up in everyone’s favorite form: pizza. In a flavorful fusion of health, sustainability, and comfort food, guests were treated to a…
From Garden to Table at Wake Forest
On a sun-soaked July afternoon, members of our dining team gathered at The Campus Garden at Wake Forest University for a volunteer planting session that underscored our commitment to sustainable, community-driven food practices. Following a previous visit in June,…
Celebrating Our Graduating Interns: A Tribute to Their Contributions and Future Endeavors
As the academic year draws to a close, we are proud to celebrate the achievements of our four outstanding interns who are graduating this year. Their dedication, passion, and hard work have made a significant impact on our community, and…
Spring into Flavor: “All About Herbivores” Event Celebrates Fresh, Plant-Forward Dining
As students head off campus for the summer, it’s the perfect time to refresh your plate with vibrant, herb-based flavors. Our recent Herbivore event showcased delicious, plant-forward dishes that celebrate all things fresh and green, providing inspiration for healthy eating…
Wake Forest University Chef Jonathan Burns Honored with “Champion of Change” Award
Winston-Salem, NC – Jonathan Burns, the esteemed Director of Culinary Development at Wake Forest University, was named this year’s recipient of the prestigious “Champion of Change” Award by the Wake Forest Office of Sustainability. This annual accolade recognized individuals who demonstrated…
Deacon Dining Hosts 4P Lunch and Learn Celebrating Ethical and Regenerative Food Systems
April 23, 2025 – Wake Forest University Wake Forest’s Deacon Dining welcomed faculty and staff to the annual 4P Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, held on the upstairs outdoor patio of Reynolda Hall. The…
Party For The Planet
On April 22, Deacon Dining and Harvest Table came together to celebrate Earth Day with our annual Party for the Planet on the Pit Patio. Despite a little rain, the event was full of energy, flavor, and…
Scrappy Smoothies
This past Tuesday, the dining sustainability team served up a delicious reminder that food scraps don’t have to go to waste. In celebration of Food Waste Prevention Week, students gathered in The Pit to blend up “scrappy…