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FOOD AT UBC VANCOUVER

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Nutrition Tools at UBC

This page helps you navigate menu icons, allergen lists, nutrition information and online menus like a pro.

Menu Icons

Menus in many UBC Food Service locations are marked with icons. These icons let you know if a food item is prepared to meet your dietary preferences.

Vegetarian

Identifies menu items that fit a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet. Menu choices with this icon include eggs, dairy and honey, and exclude any other animal-derived ingredients. 

Vegan

Identifies menu items that are made from plant-based foods only. Menu choices with this icon exclude eggs, dairy, honey and any other animal-derived ingredients.

Made Without Gluten

Identifies menu items that are made without ingredients containing gluten.

We cannot guarantee items made in-house are gluten-free due to the risk of cross contact. If you have celiac disease or gluten allergy, please let us know.

Ocean Wise

Identifies menu items using sustainable seafood that is caught or farmed in a way that ensures the long-term health and stability of that species.

With Ocean Wise, you are choosing an option that is best for the health of our oceans.

Halal Protein

Identifies menu items that contain third party Halal-certified protein.

Our facilities are not Halal-certified. Dishes may contain Haram ingredients. Please check ingredient list prior to ordering.

Climate-Friendly Food

Identifies the environmental impact created by the meal from greenhouse gas emissions, nitrogen footprint, water and land use. A large green globe indicates low impact, yellow for medium, and red for high. 

Allergens

UBC Food Services takes food allergies seriously. The most common allergens are labelled on all prepared food items – peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, milk, eggs, sesame, soy, fish, shellfish, mustard, sulphites and gluten.

We do our best to accommodate students with allergies. Here are three ways to prepare for a year free from allergic reactions:

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Connect with the Residence Dietitian

Our Residence Dietitian will help you find safe, delicious and nutritious menu choices and introduce you to your dining room manager and chef.

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Learn about allergen accommodations

While we do not have allergen-free facilities and cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment, we take steps to minimize the risk of exposure.

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Ask before you eat

Always tell your server about your allergy before ordering. Ingredients can vary at any given meal. If you have any questions about ingredients or preparation, ask to speak with a chef or manager before placing your order.

Online Menus

Plan ahead! Menus for the residence dining rooms are listed online with menu icons, allergens, nutrition information and ingredient lists. Filter the menu to see options that meet your dietary needs.

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Need Some Support?

Ask a Question

No time to meet up? Students in residence can email our Registered Dietitians with food or nutrition questions.

Email the RD
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