Deck the Halls: A new Vanderbilt Campus Dining tradition

The holiday season is quickly approaching, and Vanderbilt Campus Dining is excited to kick off campus festivities with a tradition in the making. The first annual Deck the Halls at Café Carmichael will be held on Sunday, November 2, starting at 4 p.m.  

“The holidays are about warmth and togetherness,” says Chef Brian Cochrane,  director of culinary operations. “We hope that Deck the Halls becomes a tradition that reminds the Vanderbilt community how special it is to come together in a place where everyone can feel the spirit of the season.”  

Event details 

Who: Open to all Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff

When: Sunday, November 2, 4 p.m.

Where: Café Carmichael   

What to expect 

Café Carmichael will be filled with the sights, sounds, and delicious smells and flavors of the holiday season. The Campus Dining culinary team is crafting a special menu that is right on theme.  

“We invite students, faculty and staff to come help us put up a tree, hang wreaths and garland, work magic with ribbon and decorate VU themed ornaments. Chef Jennifer Bennett is making cookies that will be ready for decorating and the Carmichael team has a special menu for the evening,” says Chef Brian Cochrane.  

A tradition in the making 

Campus Dining is always finding innovative ways to bring people together and build community. This year’s Deck the Halls event marks the start of what Campus Dining hopes will become a favorite Vanderbilt campus tradition for years to come. 

Follow @VandyCampusDining on Instagram and visit the Campus Dining event calendar to stay up to date. 

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