Oakhill Dining: More Than a Meal, It’s an Experience!

If you’ve walked through the dining hall lately (at either building), you know there’s something special happening at Oakhill mealtimes. Thanks to our partnership with FLIK, breakfast and lunch aren’t just part of the day, they’re moments every single student, faculty and even parents are looking forward to.

This year, our dining team is serving over 380 students and faculty every day, keeping our community energized and ready for whatever comes next. From the youngest Pretoddlers to our 8th graders, every student has the chance to enjoy food that’s fresh, flavorful, and full of variety.

A Taste of Adventure
Just last week, our South Building students became food critics for the day during a FLIK Taste Test Challenge. Students put on their detective hats and sampled two bowls of guacamole, one classic, and one with a twist (edamame blended in!). The room was filled with guesses, laughter, and some very serious dipping strategies. And honestly? I couldn’t tell the difference either, and that’s saying something! These taste tests are a fun way to encourage students to try new foods while keeping mealtime interactive and exciting. I’m excited to see what’s on the docket for the Main Building next month!

Breakfast Worth Waking Up For
Let’s talk mornings. The Oakhill breakfast lineup this year is nothing short of incredible. On any given day, students, staff, and parents (we see you all joining in on the delicious food!) might grab a slice of flatbread breakfast pizza, stack up some fluffy pancakes, or enjoy a warm plate of biscuits and gravy. And of course, the crowd-favorite waffle maker is always busy turning out golden (or slightly burned to very burned, a skill set we are working on!) crispy waffles. Add in fruit, yogurt, cereals, and other staples, and it’s clear why so many students (and staff!) look forward to that first meal of the day. It’s not just breakfast, it’s fuel for the day ahead.

Lunches That Shine
Every lunch service offers something for everyone:

• Daily entrées crafted from scratch
   
• Hot and cold sides that rotate to keep things fresh
   
• Salad bar selections including fresh-cut fruit, veggies, yogurt, cottage cheese (a surprising crowd favorite!), and endless toppings
   
• Sandwiches and panini press creations (we might just hold the record for most grilled cheeses made by students in a single lunch shift!

Upcoming menu highlights include the use of our new fryer for the kitchen, which will allow even more homemade delicious food from in-house tortillas for quesadillas to homemade FLIK chips (if you remember the Fall Party last year, you’ll know what I mean) with everything prepared in small batches to guarantee freshness and flavor.

More Than Just Food
Beyond the menus, what makes Oakhill’s dining program special is the experience it creates: the chance for students to sit down, try new things, share a laugh, and build community around the table. With the quality, variety, and creativity of FLIK chefs, every meal is another opportunity to make memories and enjoy some delicious food.

Here’s to a year of good food, happy hearts, and full bellies.

Bon appétit!
Taylor Clevenger