Halal Food On Campus

Different locations on campus offer halal options. Check for the clearly denoted sticker with identification. Scroll down for a FAQ for further information.

  • Mom's Kitchen

    Locations in the University Center, Prairie Dining Hall, and Creelman Hall.

  • Hot Entrée's

    Locations in the OVC Cafeteria, Lenox-Addington Residence, and Mountain Dining Hall

  • Infusion

    Located in the University Center Food Court.

  • Need a Pita, Pasta, Pizza, Grab 'N' Go

    Located in the Univeristy Center Food Court.

Locations of eateries on campus, by Hospitality Services

Locations of eateries on campus, by Hospitality Services

FAQs

ARE THERE HALAL OPTIONS ON CAMPUS?

Yes! There is a wide selection of halal options on campus. These are served out of:
Mom’s Kitchen in UC, Prairie, Creelman
Hot Entrée’s in OVC, LA, Mountain
Infusion in UC Food Court
Need a Pita, Pasta, Pizza, Grab N Go

WHAT ABOUT THE SAUCES?

The Hospitality Services team has been working diligently to update processes along every step of the way to ensure that all food labelled Halal follows appropriate Halal protocol. With respect to sauces and broths, the Hospitality team is working to remove wines from all sauces. All sauce/stock recipes are being modified to ensure only Halal certified or vegetarian products are used.

WHO ARE THE SUPPLIERS?

CHICKEN BREASTS - Sargent Farms, Milton, used in Hot Entrees in Mom's, Catering, Salads
CHICKEN CUBES (Raw Diced Chicken) - DD Poultry, Toronto, used in Butter Chicken, Stews, Curries
BONE-IN CHICKEN (8 Cut) - Butcher Shoppe, Toronto, used in Roast Chicken Entrees
OTHER CHICKEN PRODUCTS - Mina Halal, Maple Leaf and Zabiha Halal, Maple Lodge, used in Chicken Entrees
COOKED CHICKEN STRIPS - Olymel, used in Pita, Pasta, Pizza, Grab N Go
BONELESS LAMB LEG - Sysco, used in Lamb Stew, Curries

WHAT OTHER HALAL OPTIONS ARE THERE?

Chicken and Beef used in "Made in Japan" and "Mongolian Grill" are Halal. We are also following up to source cheeses prepared with cultured bacteria and not rennet.

WHAT DOES THE FOOD-PREPARATION PROCESS LOOK LIKE?

Menus for the dining units are written by the Chefs and a range of Halal options are always thought of for each meal period. These menus are sent to the Marketing team to post on social media.

Food is prepared in the various kitchens as per menus with attention to dietary, allergy and food safety standards.

Ingredient cards are written for each item prepared and checked 3-4 times at various stages. These are placed next to the food item. This card is the most accurate label!

WHAT IF I SEE SOMETHING MISLABELED?

The ingredient card will be the most accurate as it is checked and double-checked many times before being displayed. Hospitality staff try hard not make any mistakes. When in doubt, ASK!

If you do see an item that you believe was mislabeled as Halal, bring it to the Supervisor/Manager’s attention right away! They are incredibly approachable and very quick at resolving these matters.

BIGGEST TAKEAWAY?

When in doubt: ASK!