Thursday, December 6, 2007

Fine Arts Cafe Reopens

The Fine Arts Cafe, located on the first floor of Campbell Hall, reopened this morning following an extensive redesign created by Associate Professor of Architecture Judith Kinnard. Gleaming stainless steel and maple surfaces contribute to a feeling of spaciousness throughout. New flooring is made from recycled rubber and on the walls are chalkboards that were saved from the demolition of Room 104. The kitchen and counter have been relocated to the north side, making way for additional seating and a wall for displaying student art.

The redesign extends to the menu which now includes items prepared largely from local, organic ingredients. Sample dishes include an organic turkey and roasted garlic sandwich wrap on a spinach tortilla; and a sesame tofu rice bowl made from locally-produced tofu, organic Napa cabbage, carrots, and sesame sauce over brown rice. A "Local Farmed Beef Burger" is available from the grill, along with grilled fish and chicken sandwiches. Hot beverages include fair-trade, eco-friendly coffee and organic tea. Kinnard attributes the changes to the menu to the active involvement of students in the process.

The Fine Arts Cafe is open during the academic sessions Monday through Thursday from 8am until 3pm, and on Friday from 8am until 2pm.