Sokafe
Welcome Students!
As we begin a new school year, we would like to share our Soka Bistro rules and guidelines, with all our new students as well as friendly reminder to all returning students.
Stay Fresh
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Ginger-Lime Melon Pops
Keep your freezer stocked with these summertime popsicles that will keep you cool with a little bit of kick.
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Quenching Your Thirst
Water isn’t the only way to stay hydrated. Try these fun and creative ways to help you meet your fluid needs.
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Shining Light on those Grill Marks
For many, the warmer weather calls for firing up the grill, but are there dangers to cooking over an open flame?
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Grilled Watermelon with Lime-Mint Yogurt Sauce
This grilled take on watermelon gives a hint of spice but will leave you feeling refreshed and hydrated.
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The Plant-Forward Grill
Check out these chef-approved tips to spice up your grill repertoire with plants.
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The Buzz: Vitamin D and Sunscreen
Before spending the day soaking up the sunshine rays, find out other ways to get your vitamin D.
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Chilled Cucumber and Avocado Soup
Rich in flavor and texture, yet refreshing, this chilled soup will satisfy on those hot summer days.
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Stay Cool in the Kitchen When the Weather Heats Up
The beauty of seasonal summer foods is that the ingredients require very little prep to make them shine.
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Commemorating Juneteenth
We are reflecting on the history of the holiday and creating space for our community partners to celebrate with us how they wish.
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How to Choose Fruits and Vegetables: Sense the Ripeness
Whether shopping at the farmers’ market or the grocery store, here are some tips to pick out the best produce.
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Fava Bean and Fresh Mint Spread
A simple snack or app made with your fresh seasonal produce finds!
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5 Really Good Reasons to Eat Seasonally
With farmers’ markets popping up everywhere, eating seasonally is more achievable than it used to be and offers a variety of benefits.
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A Love of Food, Photos, and Plants: Interview with Timothy Pakron of Mississippi Vegan
In this Q&A with Timothy Pakron of Mississippi Vegan, we discuss his approach to cooking accessible recipes and celebrate what it means to be gay and vegan in the South.
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Veganism in Southern Cooking: Four Recipes from Mississippi Vegan
Explore Timothy Pakron’s bold takes on Southern classics, from mouthwatering vegan gumbo to drop biscuits with mushroom gravy.
Sokafe
- Open Served from 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Weekly Schedule
- Open Mon-Thu, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Open Mon-Thu, 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm
- Open Fri, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Open Fri, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Open Sun, 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Sokafe is the coffee shop located on the third floor of the Student Center. Come to Sokafe to relax, hang out with friends and grab a quick pick me up. Sokafe features a variety of snacks such as house made pb&j sandwiches, fruit cups and yogurt parfaits. We proudly brew Groundwork Organic Fair Trade Coffee, and our baristas know how to make all of your favorite espresso drinks! Not a coffee drinker? Not to worry, we also have a variety of soft drinks, juices, bottled beverages and boba teas!
Food Recovery Verified
Bon Appétit at Soka University of America is fighting food waste and hunger by recovering surplus perishable food from our campus that would otherwise go to waste and donating it to people in need through Chefs to End Hunger.
Chefs to End Hunger. Fighting food waste and hunger since 2012.
This organization is about empowering chefs to easily and efficiently use the resources already at their disposal and repurposed food currently going to waste to join in the fight to end hunger and make a real cumulative impact daily. Chefs to End Hunger currently operates in California, Nevada, and Arizona, and aims to one day be implemented nation wide.
Learn more about the Food Recovery Network
and Bon Appétit’s food recovery efforts
Eat Right — For You
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Wellness
When it comes to wellness, Bon Appétit’s focus is on simple, delicious food — that happens to be good for you. To support long-term health, we are bringing more plants to menus every day in a craveable way, while emphasizing healthy cooking techniques. When healthy food tastes good, nourishing your body and mind becomes the easy choice.
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Food Allergies
We serve thousands of guests with food allergies and sensitivities safely in our cafés every day. Our chefs, managers, and dietitians work closely with our food-allergic guests to create reasonable solutions to help them eat what they love. If you have questions about eating for your dietary needs in our cafés, reach out to us: we’ll gladly meet with you.
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Sustainability
Wellness also includes the health of the animals, the workers, the community, and the Earth. They’re all connected. Bon Appétit has been committed to “food service for a sustainable future” for decades, and we’ve led the food service industry in tackling many important issues, such as cage-free eggs, antibiotics in animal production, and farmworker rights.
Tell Us What You Think
Common Questions
- I’ve been trying to eat a healthier diet. Will I be able to find a healthy food choice in my café?
- Can you tell me how many calories are in the foods in my café?
- How will you handle my concerns about a food allergy?