Reducing Food Waste in Foodservice
October 16, 2018 by Doreen Garelick, Dietetic Intern
Our intern Doreen attended a food waste summit for restaurants and compiled these tips to help food service operators redirect…
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Forget what you’ve come to expect from a university dining commons. UC Davis has turned the cafeteria model on its head with its three dining commons – Segundo, Tercero and Cuarto. This is where our chefs combine their knowledge to produce delectable entrées, sides and desserts with quality ingredients, resulting in a wide range of healthy meal options that are sure to impress.
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