Significant dining expansion unveiled at SFU Burnaby

Students hungry for more dining options are in for a tasty surprise this fall with the opening of a new state-of-the-art Dining Commons at the Simon Fraser University (SFU) Burnaby campus. The new building, which sits at the Burnaby student residence entry, will provide a wide variety of fresh and high-quality food choices with over 40 per cent of ingredients sourced locally in B.C. Global cuisine and plant-forward options will be served at more than 10 new culinary stations, which include a teppanyaki grill, sushi, wok cooking, made-to-order salads and, for those with a sweet tooth, access to soft serve ice cream on demand. Dining Commons visitors with unique food preferences and restrictions will benefit from an abundance of customizable options, including meals that are vegan, vegetarian and halal. The building further features a range of allergen-free meals and a dedicated made-without-gluten pantry for those on a meal plan with gluten sensitivities. Students will also have access to a dietician to help them make informed eating and meal planning decisions. "At SFU, we are committed to fostering a vibrant and welcoming campus community for our students-and that includes providing good, healthy food!- says SFU president Joy Johnson. -I can't wait to see the new Dining Commons become a go-to destination for students to connect with each other, have a study session or simply enjoy a delicious meal.