Campus Food
Where can you build your own smoothie on campus that is high in antioxidants?
Social Bubble (Bistro), Craveable (Centro), and Booster Juice
What does the VG symbol mean?
Vegan
What nutrient helps the body absorb calcium effectively?
Vitamin D
Can be found in: Yogurt Parfaits, Milk, Core Power
What is the condition called when you have low iron?
Anemia
Foods high in iron: soybean, beans and lentils. Can be found in the Chilli at Bistro2Go
Where can you find Greek food on campus?
Global Delights at Centro
Where can you build your own salads on campus?
Centro's Salad Bar, Chopped Leaf, and Tazij (La Piazza)
What website can you use to find what is open on campus?
One is: hospitality.mcmaster.ca/maceats/open-now/
And another option is the hospitality website, under the Location tab: hospitality.mcmaster.ca/locations/our-locations/
Which hormone regulates blood sugar levels by promoting the uptake of sugar into cells?
Insulin
Eat low GI foods or protein to buffer insulin response
If you’re studying and having energy crashes, eating fibre and protein can keep your energy level high
Name the condition caused by severe Vitamin C deficiency that was common among pirates
Scurvy
Can be found in: Centro’s Salad Bar, Chopped Leaf, and many more!
Where can you find Butter Chicken on campus?
Centro and La Piazza
Where can you get roasted Salmon, Cod, and Basa on campus daily?
SMPL – At Centro and Bistro
What is the mission of SMPL?
Free of top 10 allergens and gluten free
Which macronutrient provides the most calories per gram?
Fat
Can be found in: Guacamole (La Piazza), Pork Carnitas Bowl (SMPL at Bistro), Poke Bowls (Centro and Bistro)
If you’re anemic and need to eat more iron, what nutrient is helpful to pair with it to increase absorption?
Vitamin C
Can be found in: Centro’s Salad Bar, Chopped Leaf, and many more!
What is Bistro’s regional feature right now?
The Philippines!
They have Adobo Chicken!
Where can you find falafel, which is a high fiber option, on campus?
Chopped Leaf, Tazij (La Piazza), and Bistro
What food place(s) on campus are open the longest?
Bistro2Go and Centro
Bistro2Go: 7:30 am-11 pm on weekdays, 9 am-8:30 pm on weekends
Centro: 7 am-11 pm on weekdays, 10 am-10 pm on weekends
What fruits and vegetables have more vitamin C than an orange?
OPTIONS: Kiwi, Bell Peppers, strawberries, broccoli, guava, pineapple, and papaya
Can be found in: Centro’s Salad Bar, Chopped Leaf, and many many more!
Name a condition caused by severe Vitamin D deficiency in youth
Rickets
Characterized by: weak and bendy bones, bowed legs
Can be found in: Yogurt Parfaits, Milk, Core Power
Where can you find Kimchi on campus?
Poke Bowls (Centro and La Piazza), occasionally at Centro Salad Bar, and Kimchi Poutine (Bistro2Go)
What are some protein options on campus?
Booster Juice, Anytime Coco Cup (formerly known as the High Protein Cup), and more!
Who is the dietitian on campus that can help students navigate dietary restrictions?
Sydney Brennan MAN, RD
What is a plant-based protein that’s high in calcium?
Tofu
Can be found in: Tofu Poke Bowl, Bistro, Chopped Leaf, Teriyaki Experience, Centro Salad Bar, and many more!!
Name 4 of the top 10 food allergens
ANY 4 OF: Eggs, Milk, Mustard, Peanuts, Crustaceans and Molluscs, Fish, Sesame seeds, Soy, Sulphites, Tree Nuts, Wheat and Triticale
SMPL, an allergy safe option on campus!
Guess...what’s the next Global Feature for Bistro (HINT...country located in South East Asia)
Thailand!