{"id":728,"date":"2024-11-20T16:14:18","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T16:14:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/unikentfood\/?p=728"},"modified":"2025-04-11T11:25:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T10:25:05","slug":"festive-food-drink-on-campus-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/unikentfood\/2024\/11\/20\/festive-food-drink-on-campus-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Festive Food and Drink on Campus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Enjoy festive food and drink across campus this Christmas! Whether you\u2019re after a traditional Christmas lunch, a festive milkshake, or a seasonal toastie, there\u2019s something for everyone. Gather your friends or treat yourself to something special – our caf\u00e9s, bars, and restaurants are here to make your Christmas extra cheerful. Here\u2019s what\u2019s on offer this season!<\/p>\n

Rutherford Dining Hall<\/h1>\n

Available 2-13 December, 12.00-14.00 (excluding weekends)<\/p>\n

Two course Christmas lunch for \u00a310.95:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mains<\/h2>\n

Traditional Roast Turkey (gfa) <\/strong>– Roast turkey, crispy roast potatoes, pigs in blankets, stuffing balls, seasonal vegetables, and gravy.<\/em><\/p>\n

Festive Nut Roast (ve)<\/strong> – Vegan nut roast, crispy roast potatoes, stuffing balls, seasonal vegetables, and gravy.<\/em><\/p>\n

Dessert<\/h2>\n

Christmas Pudding (v)<\/strong> – Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.<\/em><\/p>\n

Chocolate Orange Torte (ve)<\/strong> – Chocolatey biscuit base topped with rich chocolate orange truffle mousse.<\/em><\/p>\n

Table decorations, crackers, and mince pies will be arranged for group bookings. To book a table please call the dining hall on 01227 823500<\/strong> or email rutherforddining@kent.ac.uk<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Rutherford's<\/p>\n

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Dolche Vita<\/h1>\n

Available 2-18 December, 11.30-15.30<\/p>\n

Two course Christmas lunch for \u00a310.95:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mains<\/h2>\n

Roast Chicken (gfa) <\/strong>– Roast chicken breast, crispy roast potatoes, pigs in blankets, stuffing balls, seasonal vegetables, and gravy. (halal option available)<\/em><\/p>\n

Festive Nut Roast (ve)<\/strong> – Vegan nut roast, crispy roast potatoes, stuffing balls, seasonal vegetables, and gravy.<\/em><\/p>\n

Dessert<\/h2>\n

Christmas Pudding (v)<\/strong> – Traditional Christmas pudding with cream.<\/em><\/p>\n

Chocolate Orange Torte (ve)<\/strong> – Chocolatey biscuit base topped with rich chocolate orange truffle mousse.<\/em><\/p>\n

Table decorations, crackers, and mince pies will be arranged for group bookings. Bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance. To book a table, please email dolchevita@kent.ac.uk<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gulbenkian Caf\u00e9<\/h1>\n

Available 18 November – 19 December, 08.00-14.30 (excluding weekends)<\/p>\n

Festive brunch specials:<\/h2>\n

Brie, Bacon & Cranberry Toastie (gfa)<\/strong> – Toasted white bloomer bread filled with creamy brie, local Brogdale bacon, and tangy cranberry sauce, served with a side of crisps.<\/em><\/p>\n

Brie & Cranberry Toastie (v + gfa) <\/strong>– Toasted white bloomer bread filled with creamy brie and tangy cranberry sauce, served with a side of crisps.<\/em><\/p>\n

Pigs in Blankets Mac & Cheese <\/strong>– Classic macaroni cheese made with Kentish cheese and festive pigs in blankets.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Gulbenkian<\/p>\n

Mungo’s<\/h1>\n

Available 18 November \u2013 13 December, 12.00-21.00<\/p>\n

Festive milkshakes:<\/h2>\n

Gingerbread Milkshake<\/strong> – Made with cow\u2019s milk or soya milk and topped with dairy free squirty cream.<\/em><\/p>\n

Cinnamon Bun Milkshake<\/strong> – Made with cow\u2019s milk or soya milk and topped with dairy free squirty cream.<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Mungo's<\/p>\n

Hut 8<\/h1>\n

Available 2-14 December, 12.00-22.00<\/p>\n

Festive Feast Pizza (gfa)<\/strong> – Homemade pizza base topped with tomato and basil sauce, shredded chicken, pigs in blankets, stuffing balls, cheese, and a drizzle of cranberry sauce.<\/em><\/p>\n

Available in 9, 12, or 15 inch.<\/p>\n

\"Hut<\/p>\n

K Bar<\/h1>\n

Available 25 November – 19 December, 12.00-midnight<\/p>\n

Christmas cocktails:<\/h2>\n

Cherry Pie (ve)<\/strong> – Cherry rum, cherry liqueur, cherry syrup, cranberry juice, lime juice.<\/em><\/p>\n

Raspberry & Coconut Candy Cane Martini (v) <\/strong>– Raspberry rum cream liqueur, vodka, coconut milk, raspberry syrup.<\/em><\/p>\n

Salted Caramel Espresso Martini (v) <\/strong>– Espresso, coffee liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, salted caramel syrup, caramel sauce.<\/em><\/p>\n

Festive Rum Punch (ve) <\/strong>– Pineapple rum, passionfruit rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, strawberry syrup.<\/em><\/p>\n

Spiced Apple Fizz (ve + alcohol free) <\/strong>– Apple juice, soda, sugar syrup, cinnamon.<\/em><\/p>\n

Festive Hot Drinks<\/h1>\n

Available 5 November – 19 December<\/p>\n

Black Forest Hot Chocolate (v + gf)<\/strong> – Indulgent hot chocolate with milk and cherry syrup. Topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.<\/em><\/p>\n

Gingerbread Latte (v + gf)<\/strong> – Our ‘Ambition’<\/a> espresso, gingerbread syrup, and steamed milk topped with whipped cream and ground cinnamon.<\/em><\/p>\n

Available at Dolche Vita<\/strong>, Sibson Caf\u00e9<\/strong>, and Gulbenkian Caf\u00e9<\/strong>. Large size only. These drinks can be made with dairy or plant-based milk.<\/p>\n

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v = vegetarian\u00a0\u00a0 |\u00a0\u00a0 ve = vegan \u00a0| \u00a0gf = gluten free\u00a0\u00a0 |\u00a0\u00a0 gfa = gluten free available \u00a0| \u00a0hs \u2013 halal-sourced meat<\/strong><\/p>\n