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 Bringing the Zest. Enhance. Enjoy. Energize. | September 2025

The Zest

In This Issue:

Commons & Retail Happenings | Trending Across Campus | Bites from the Dietitian | Catering Corner | Staff Spotlight

Commons & Retail Happenings

Be sure not to miss out on these important dates!

Commons

  • Thursday, August 28- Move-In Day! First Flight Orientation
    • Meal Plans Open
     
  • Friday, August 29- Retail event in the Commons
    • New items available from our retail location
    • Meet the dietitian
    • Follow us on social media for news, giveaways, and more
     
  • Monday, September 1 - Labor Day - check social media and/or the website for modified hours of operation
  • Tuesday, September 2- First Day of Class!
    • All locations return to normal operating hours
     
  • Sunday, September 7 - Fun Fest in the Nest
  • Monday, September - Social Media Follower Giveaway
    • Stay tuned - more information to come
     
  • Thursday, September 18- National Cheeseburger Day
    • upgraded fixings bar
     
  • Monday, September 22 - Rosh Hashanah Dinner
  • Wednesday, September 24 - End of Summer Luncheon
  • Thursday, September 25 - National Food Service Worker Day
  • Thursday, September 25 - National Quesadilla Day
  • Monday, September 29 - National Coffee Day
  • Tuesday, September 30 - National Mulled Apple Cider Day
 

Reduce the Wait and Order Ahead

  • Gluten-free pasta, pizza, and vegan cheese pizza may be ordered in advance by calling 410-548-5598.
 

New Retail Location replaces Perdue (Pizza) Café!

Welcome, Books & Bread

The New Chapter in Salisbury University Dining! Located conveniently in the Perdue School of Business, Books & Bread is rewriting the script on campus food with a menu that’s fresh, fast, and full of flavor. Whether you’re powering through a morning lecture or need a midday pick-me-up, Books & Bread is your go-to destination for delicious eats that will be sure to satisfy your hunger.

Plot Twist Bowls

No spoilers here – just the surprise of how good healthy can taste! Our acai bowls are packed with real fruit, granola, and a variety of toppings that keep you refreshed and focused. Perfect for breakfast, a study break, or that post-gym recharge.

The Classics

Cold subs done right – crisp, flavorful, and totally customizable. Prefer your sandwich as a salad or wrap? We’ve got you covered. Simple, satisfying, and made fresh – just the way you like it.

Fiction Fired

Turn up the heat with toasted subs, wraps, salads, and quesadillas that are bold and savory. Whether you’re into melty cheese, grilled meats, or veggie-packed bites, Fiction Fired delivers on taste and comfort.

 

Books & Bread isn’t just a place to eat – it’s a campus vibe. Grab a bite between classes, meet up with friends, or fuel up for finals. Every meal is a new page in your SU story. Come hungry, leave inspired. Open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

📍Find us in the Perdue School of Business!

Trending Across Campus: September Specials

Guerrieri Student Union

Cool Beans Café

Introducing this month’s indulgence — the Salted Caramel Labubu. Silky coconut milk is shaken with rich caramel and smooth vanilla for a luxuriously creamy base. Served over ice, it’s drizzled with dark caramel sauce and finished with a cloud of non-dairy salted caramel cold foam.

Sweet, salty, and irresistibly smooth — it’s the perfect balance of decadence and refreshment. Treat yourself to a sip of magic this month only!

Guerrieri Academic Commons

Chesapeake Coffee Roasters™

Looking for a refreshing boost that’s as bold as you are? Meet our brand-new Zingers — a customizable drink that lets you choose your base and your zing! Start with Classic Zing (water), LemonZing (tart lemonade), or CocoZing (smooth coconut milk), then mix it up with flavors like Raspberry Dragon Fruit, Mango Pineapple Citrus, Strawberry Watermelon, or Blackberry Passionfruit. 

Each Zinger comes packed with 90–180 mg of caffeine for that perfect pick-me-up. Cool, fruity, and oh-so-yummy — your new favorite drink has arrived at CCR!

Guerrieri Academic Commons

Hungry Minds Express

Get ready, because Hungry Minds has a September special that’s hard to beat – the Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla! It’s loaded with juicy chicken, crispy bacon, gooey melted cheese, and of course, that classic ranch flavor everyone loves. Grilled up golden and cheesy, it’s the perfect comfort food to fuel your late-night study session or hangout with friends. This limited-time special is only here for September, so grab it while you can and make your taste buds happy!

Chick-fil-A® is on GRUBHUB

Chick-fil-A® at Your Fingertips

That's correct, Chick-fil-A® is now on the Grubhub Campus platform at Salisbury University, allowing students, faculty, and staff to order ahead for pickup. To use the service, download the Grubhub app, add your campus, and ensure you check in on the app or one of the designated check-in locations upon arriving at the Chick-fil-A location to have your order prepared. 

How to Order

 

1. Download the Grubhub App: Get the Grubhub app from the App Store or Google Play Store.

2. Find Your Campus: Navigate to the "My Grubhub" section of the app and add your campus dining.

3. Place Your Order: Select Chick-fil-A® from the campus dining locations and place your order.

4. Check in at the Location: When you arrive at Chick-fil-A, open the Grubhub app and check in to have your food prepared. (You may also check in by tapping the red check-in station with your phone or scanning the QR code on the Grubhub TV.

 

Have you made your first Grubhub order yet? 👀 

Use this coupon code: FIRSTBITE50 to get half off 🙌

Bites from the Dietician

Welcome back, Sea Gulls! As you dive into a new semester full of classes, friends, and campus adventures, don’t forget to fuel your brain and body the smart way. College life comes with newfound freedom—including how (and what!) you eat. In this issue, we’re serving up practical, bite-sized nutrition tips to help you stay energized, focused, and feeling your best. From easy breakfast hacks to snack stashes, hydration reminders, and savvy dining hall strategies, we’ve got everything you need to make healthy eating a no-brainer. 🍽️ Ready to take control of your plate and feel great? [Click here to read more!]

 

If you would like personalized information related to nutrition and health, you can contact University Dietitian Terry Passano, RDN, at thpassano@salisbury.edu or request an appointment here. Complimentary sessions are offered to students, faculty, and staff.

Terry Passano

Article By

Terry Passano, RDN, LDN, CLT

University Dietitian

We love to hear from our readers! Are there nutrition questions you have or subjects related to nutrition you would like to learn more about? Email your questions, suggestions, and inquiries to Dining@salisbury.edu for publication in our next issue of The Zest.

Catering Corner

What We've Been Cooking

News from University Catering

 

Just Because Packages 

(Must pick up on campus)

  • Send a special treat to a friend or student who is studying hard.
  • Order a snack for your study group.
  • Missing a birthday? Send a Smith Island cake to your friend or student.
  • Ask about Chick-fil-A mac and cheese – party trays now available.
 
Just Because Packages

Staff Spotlight

Each month, Dining Services celebrates the outstanding efforts of our team by recognizing Employees of the Month. Keep up the great work—it could be you featured in an upcoming Zest article!

Our student workforce is key to our commitment to quality and an agile program that serves the campus community. Join our team and apply today!

UDS Hours of Operation

Check out our dining operations on campus.

Chesapeake Coffee Roasters

  • Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
 

Chick-fil-A

  • Monday-Friday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Saturday: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Sunday: Closed
 

Cool Beans Café

  • Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
  • Saturday-Sunday: Noon-7 p.m.
 

Conway Café

  • Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
  • Friday-Sunday: Closed
 

Commons

  • Monday-Thursday: 7:15 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:15 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: 
    • 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
    • Dinner: 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
     
  • Sunday: 
    • 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
    • Dinner: 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
     
 

Hungry Minds Express

  • Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
  • Friday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 5-11 p.m.
 

Shore Café

  • Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
 

Books & Bread

  • Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
  • Friday-Sunday: Closed
 

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