Hands on
At Toast, Village Center’s all-day-breakfast station, students can blend their own smoothies using two stationary blender bikes equipped with pedal-powered blenders. When making a smoothie, staff fill the blender with ingredients and students start pedaling to propel the blenders (the length of time they bike determines the smoothie’s consistency). Regular blenders are also on hand for those who prefer a smoothie made the traditional way.
Students aiming to prepare more of their own meals can also sign up for cooking classes at Village Center’s demonstration kitchen. The space features 18 induction burners and several wall monitors to display video during the classes. Currently, staff are looking to partner with faculty and local chefs to teach classes.