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Themed Dinner: It's a Great Christmas Charlie Brown

Christmas came early at The Kitchens on Thursday, November 13! We brought Peanuts holiday vibes to the table with a feast that felt straight out of the comic strip. Guests enjoyed cozy classics, festive flavors, and a few surprises that would have made Snoopy do his happy dance.

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Themed Dinner: Nightmare Before Christmas

Guests stepped into Halloween Town at The Kitchens for our Nightmare Before Christmas Dinner on October 23! They snacked their way through the doors—Halloween frights, Christmas delights, and a few surprises waiting inside.

Jenna McKee-Bakos
LGBTQ+ History Month FT. Jenna McKee-Bakos' French Toast

At Sonoma State Culinary Services, we celebrate diversity and community through food. Throughout the year, our dining team hosts a variety of heritage and history events that honor different cultures and traditions.

Bianca Delgado
Hispanic History Month FT. Bianca Delgado's Enchiladas Verdes De Pollo

At Sonoma State Culinary Services, we celebrate diversity and community through food. Throughout the year, our dining team hosts a variety of heritage and history events that honor different cultures and traditions.

Kansas BBQ sauce at the Smoke n' grill themed dinner
Themed Lunch: Smoke N' Grill Festival

Guests savored bold, smoky flavors at the Smoke N' Grill Festival on September 18, from 11 AM to 2 PM at The Kitchens.

Cruising through the finals themed dinner
Cruising Through Finals

Just in time to celebrate the start of summer, the Cruising Through The Tropics Dinner gave students the chance to get some rest, relaxation, and vacation in early. On May 8, the Cruising Through The Tropics Dinner brought a fun luau vibe to SSU Campus! 

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The 6th Annual Chili Cook Off

The Annual Chili Cook Off returned to the Kitchens for the 6th time EVER! On February 5, 2025, students were able to grab a tray and start filling up their chili to try! There were 10 different types of chili, with names such as “Fire House”, “Toot Toot”, “Yo Ho Yo Ho”, and more.

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Hunger Games Themed Dinner

May the odds be ever in your FLAVOR! The Hunger Games Themed Dinner was a hit amongst students, and starting at 4 PM, students eagerly flocked to the different stations to see what was being offered. And there were LOTS that were being offered!

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Monsters and Villains Bash

Things just got SPOOKY! Culinary’s Monsters and Villains Bash took place October 30, 2024 and was packed with hungry students! Upon entering, we were met with ghoulish decorations and a life-sized Demogorgon greeting you at the door. From the “blood-red” punch to Dr.

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The 2nd Annual Smoke & BBQ Festival Lunch

The 2nd Annual Smoke & BBQ Festival Lunch took place September 12, 2024 in the Kitchens and it was a HIT! Students were able to experience authentic BBQ and options such as smoked brisket, dry rubbed ribs, pickled cucumbers, and more.