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10 Feb | Tuesday
Spicy Dan Dan Noodles
Cooking Class: Spicy Dan Dan Noodles

Tue, Feb 10, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Kitchens

19 Feb | Thursday
Chili Cook Off Table
Themed Lunch: 7th Annual Chili Cook Off

A cherished tradition returns to the Kitchens! Visit us on February 19th from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM for the 7th Annual Chili Cook-Off!

Thu, Feb 19, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Kitchens

23 Feb | Monday
Sonoma State's BSU
Black History Month Lunch FT. SSU's BSU
Enjoy Some of The BSU's Favorite Cultural Dishes: Seasoned Spaghetti, Southern Fried Chicken paired with Honey Buttermilk Cornbread & Seasoned Black Eyed Peas

At Sonoma State Culinary S

Mon, Feb 23, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Kitchens

10 Mar | Tuesday
Chicken Souvlaki with Pita Bread and Greek Salad
Cooking Class: Chicken Souvlaki & Greek Salad

Tue, Mar 10, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Kitchens

12 Mar | Thursday
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Themed Dinner: Stranger Things Dinner

Join us for a night inspired by the hit show Stranger Things, featuring eerie eats, retro vibes, and Hawkins-themed dishes that are sure to turn your world upside down.

Thu, Mar 12, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Kitchens

16 Apr | Thursday
World Cup Trophy
Themed Dinner: World Cup

Join us for a global culinary experience inspired by the World Cup! Enjoy a menu featuring international dishes from countries around the globe, festive decor, and a stadium-style atmosphere.

Thu, Apr 16, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Kitchens

21 Apr | Tuesday
Blackened Fish Tacos
Cooking Class: Blackened Fish Tacos

Tue, Apr 21, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Kitchens

Previous Events

Guacamole and chips
Cookin' With Culinary: Guacamole with Chef Don Cortes

Looking to spice up your favorite foods? Chef Don Cortes has just what you need with this guacamole recipe!

Poached egg on avocado toast on a plate
Cookin' with Culinary: Poached Egg on Avocado Toast with Chef Don Cortes

Looking for a yummy, protein-packed meal? Join Chef Don as he demonstrates how to make avocado toast topped with poached eggs and mustard cream sauce. With an easy-to-follow recipe and a delicious outcome, you may just find your new favorite dish!

knife cutting carrots
Cookin' with Culinary: Knife Skills with Chef Don

Join Chef Don Cortes, Executive Chef at Sonoma State University, for his valuable kitchen techniques and lessons. This week, Chef Don Cortes is showing off how to use a knife like a true professional!

Meal in a container with corn, olives, tomatoes, ground beef
Cookin’ with Culinary, ft: Nancy’s Tips for Meal Planning Pt. 2

Nancy, SSU Culinary Services Director, is back to give YOU more tips and tricks on menu planning and making the most of your time in the kitchen. You just got back from the grocery store, so what’s next?

Meal plan journal notebook in someones hands
Cookin’ with Culinary, ft: Nancy’s Tips for Meal Planning Pt. 1

Do you know what you’re having for dinner this week? Planning your breakfast, lunch, and dinner just got a lot easier.

Indian Curry Chicken Dish
Cookin’ with Culinary, ft: Doug’s Curry

Are you looking to master your skills in the kitchen? SSU Culinary Services introduces Home Cookin’ with Culinary! Throughout this video series, your favorite chefs and department director, Nancy Keller, will be teaching new recipes, kitchen hacks, and cooking tips.

dreamworks logo of moon
A Night of Fishing on the Moon!

Students were over the MOON for this Dreamworks Themed Dinner! On April 10, 2025, the Kitchens transported students from the SSU campus to the wonderful world of Dreamworks through their immaculate theming. Being immersed in everything from Shrek’s Swamp to Mr.

two pirate skeletons
Pirates of the Caribbean Murder Mystery Dinner

Yo ho, yo ho! The Pirates of the Caribbean Murder Mystery Dinner was a SUCCESS! Walking into this immersive experience felt as though we were stepping into the movie series itself.