10-16-2026 👀🏈
Your Friday plans just got a bit more EGG-citing…
We follow the sun ☀️ and the flavors follow the seasons! On October 28th, stop by our Farmers Market to celebrate everything we love about fall with seasonal fruits & veggies, cozy autumn treats 🎃🍁
National Pierogi Day was definitely a day to remember! We hope you all enjoyed the food & the swag that came with it! Drop a 💙 in the comments below and let us know if you’re officially a member of the #pierogysquad 😎
So good even the bees want it 🐝 I guess you could say, It’s a buzz-worthy bite! Stop by Boomers and grab yours today 🍔
Milkshakes just got Wicked at Deerpath 💚🫧🩷
During the month of October, grab a Glinda Strawberry Shake or an Elphaba Sour Green Apple Shake
Welcome back to Bookmaxxing & Brews! ☕️ This month, head over to Cyber Cafe for a Sugar Skull Latte, and don’t forget to check out ✨If We Were Villains by M. L. Rio✨
Pick up this pair and let us know what you think! 👀
Another Fanfest in the books ❤️🐻 Seeing so many smiles (and full plates) definitely made our weekend! We hope your homecoming was full of great memories and good eats! What was your favorite bite? 🍔🌮
⭐️Our first Rising Star table of the school year was a delicious success! Maria kicked things off with CYO Ramen Bowls 🍜 and we hope you enjoyed!
Let Maria know what you thought in the comments below!
It’s National Coffee Day! And we’re celebrating with treats + a giveaway ☕️🤎
We’re giving away 2 Coffee Keychains! Stop by Cyber Cafe, drop your receipt in the raffle box, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win one! 🧸
At The Caf, grab an Espresso Brownie or Caramel Latte Cupcake to celebrate with us!
Homecoming is officially one week away, and we’re already thinking about what we’re going to be eating 🍔 What are you most excited for? 🐻🎉
👋 Raise your hand if today’s Chef’s Table made your day! Chef Emiliano and Ruben’s Torta de Milanesa was definitely a hit. We hope you enjoyed our first Chef’s Table of the year as much as we enjoyed sharing it with you!
And just like that Fall has officially arrived 🍁
Happy First Day of Fall! We hope our Smiley Cookies made their way to you as they adventured around campus 🍪 And in case you missed them, stop by The Caf during dinner to receive one at the door, while supplies last😊
It’s National Cheeseburger Day 🍔
Celebrate by building the burger of your dreams today at The Caf! What’s going on your dream burger? 💭
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! We collabed with @fuerza_lfc (and of course, our Chef 🧑🍳) to help make the perfect dinner tonight to celebrate
Stop by The Caf and let us know your favorite dish!
Fall is upon us and we’re welcoming it with a delicious way to fuel your morning 🍁🥞
Our Pumpkin Protein Pancakes have 7 Grams of Protein! Top them off with Greek Yogurt, blueberries, granola, and of course maple syrup, for a nutritious & delicious breakfast 😊
Stop by The Caf this morning and grab yours today!
Deerpath Milkshakes are waiting 🍦🦌
Happy National Chocolate Milkshake Day, Enjoy 50% OFF a Chocolate Milkshake today only at Deerpath!
Say hello to our Farmer’s Market! We are so glad you all enjoyed this new Pop Up and want to know your thoughts 💭 Would you want to see another Farmer’s Market? Comment below and let us know 🍎
The Market’s reusable bags are here to help make your shopping experience a little greener ♻️ Use, Return, Repeat!
**Subject to availability. To help keep bags accessible for everyone, please return your reusable bag after each use 🙂
Introducing Bookmaxxing! In collaboration with @lakeforestcollegelibrary , Cyber Cafe is now your go-to Books & Brews spot 📖☕️
This month: Grab a hot or iced horchata latte and get a FREE bookmark for a sneak into Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Hot Fudgy Brownie Sundaes! Try saying that 3 times fast 🍨🍫So many different ways to dress up your sundae, but we just have to know… what’s one topping you can’t skip? 💭
POV: You’re scrolling through our camera roll 🍽️😋
Comment which picture you’d try again!
Class is officially in session! Foresters, how are you fueling your day? 🍧📓
🏖️This year’s Beach Bash was truly memorable! We are so happy to see everyone back on campus and hope you all enjoyed these delicious taco bowls & churros 🌮
Matriculation was filled with so many smiles! 😄
What was your favorite dish you tried today?
Not sure which meal plan is right for you? We’ve got options for every appetite & schedule ⬇️
•21 Meal Plan - 21 Swipes per week at The Caf, $215 Boomers Bucks
•15 Meal Plan - 15 swipes per week at The Caf, $530 Boomer Bucks
•10 Meal Plan - 10 swipes per week at The Caf, $980 Boomer Bucks
•Commuter Meal Plan - 25 or 50 meal swipes for use at The Caf, Flex Dollars (equivalent to Boomer Bucks) can also be purchased for use at all of our retail outlets in $50 increments
All plans include a meal exchange option at Boomer’s 2PM - 4PM, and 8PM - 12AM
⏰Want to make a switch? Please contact ResLife by September 14th to change your meal plan
Yesterday was filled with smiles and full plates 😊
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Orientation dinner, we hope you enjoyed!
Welcome to the Forest, Class of 2030 🐻🌳
The Market is officially back open 🛍️
We’re easing back in with Orientation Hours before we kick back into full gear!
📅 Aug. 21 & 22: 9AM - 12PM
📅 Aug. 23: Closed
📅 Aug. 24: 9AM - 5PM
Let us know what you are hoping to see back in stock this year!
In a hurry? Grab a Green Container! ♻️
Here is how our program works:
🪪 Scan your ID as a meal swipe
🍽️Fill your container with all your favorites
🥤Grab a drink, receive your Cutlery Kit, and
enjoy your meal
✨ Upon your next visit return your container
♻️Receive a new container and repeat the steps!
Have any questions? Ask a Cashier or let us know in the comments below!
Three cheers for our CAF’s biggest fans ❤️📣
Today we had Chicken Parmesan with Penne Pasta!
💬 What’s a meal you want to see this year at The Caf?
The team is back and so is our appetite for game day!
Today we welcomed back the football team with food to fuel the season ahead ✨
Drop a 🏈 in the comments to welcome them back!
Happy Birthday Chef Emiliano! We are so grateful to have you on our team and appreciate all that you do 👨🍳
Did you know that July is National Grilling Month 🍔
Nothing says summer like fresh-off-the-grill favorites🔥
Happy 4th of July! What better way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary than with sweet red, white, and blue treats! ❤️🤍💙
If you’re still on campus, stop on by and celebrate
with us 😊
Keeping campus safe starts with food safety! 🥗✨ Thanks to our RAs for joining us this week to learn food safety tips for the dorms! 💙
No better way to cool off than with popsicles! ☀️😁
We want to take a moment to celebrate Cameron, Ignacio, and Romeo for stepping into the next chapter of their lives! 🎉
Cameron will be attending CLC 🤺
Romeo will be attending Loyola University of Chicago 🐺
And Ignacio III will be attending Lake Forest College 🐻
We’re cheering you on!
This warm weather has us craving avocado toast 🥑🍞This breakfast staple is packed with healthy fats, fiber, and nutrients to keep you fueled all morning. How do you dress yours up? Drop your go-to toppings below!
Behind every great dining experience are chefs committed to creating smiles through hand-crafted meals 👨🍳✨ What has been your favorite meal 💭
We are still cooking your favorites this Memorial Day! 🥪Stop by for lunch (11:30PM - 1:30PM) & dinner (4:30PM - 6:30 PM) 🍽️
Our dish crew had a little extra help this day!
Who do you think he was rooting for? 👀⬇️
Just a table full good food, great friends, and campus memories!😊 Which plate are you picking first? 💭
Graduation season has us smiling from ear to ear 🎓😊 Drop a 🍪 if you’re excited for summer!
We’re missing our seniors a little extra today 🐻🎓
Campus just isn’t the same without you! Congratulations to the Class of 2026 🎉 We’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see where life takes you next
Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing Forester Moms ❤️🌷 Thank you for the endless support, encouragement, and love that helps our students thrive every day. We appreciate everything you do! 💐
Tag a Forester Mom who deserves some extra love today ⬇️
Our Senior Lunch was bittersweet in the best way ❤️ Thank you for sharing one last meal with us at The Caf before graduation. We hope you enjoyed celebrating this special milestone with friends, memories, and good food 🎓🍽️
The last day of finals calls for a Coconut Creamy pick-me-up 🥥✨Good luck on your finals, Foresters! We’re rooting for you 🐻
Good luck is brewing ☕✨ Now through Tuesday, May 5th, every hot or iced drink comes with a mystery discount 👀 10%, 15%, 25%, or FREE 🎉
🧋Happy National Boba Day! Congratulations to our Foresters and their new study buddies 🐾 Need a study break? Come down and grab a boba drink to keep you going through finals 📚✨
Need a study break? Late Night Breakfast is calling your name!🥞✨ French toast, tator tots, fresh fruit, and all your breakfast favorites are waiting at The Caf until 11PM tonight! ⏰
Late Night Breakfast is TOMORROW 🍽️ The perfect study break from 9–11PM 🌙 Bring your friends and fuel up for finals!
Mark your calendars for April 30th 🗓️
We’re celebrating National Boba Day the right way:
Buy a boba, get a FREE boba stuffy!🧋
Tag a Forester you’re sharing this with 🐻
**While Supplies Last
Last night marked our final Bingo of the semester… so of course, everyone left a winner 🎉
We hope you loved all the prizes this year! Let us know what prizes you’d want to see in the future! 👇
Our last Chef’s Table of the semester was definitely memorable🧑🍳 We hope you enjoyed these Duck Wanton Confit topped with Dark Cherry Reduction, we know we did! 🍒
Happy Earth Day! It’s not too late to stop by the CAF during lunch to make your very own dirt cup 🦋 Which one are you grabbing first?
Raise your hand if you think these Earth Day Matcha’s are a keeper 🍵🙋♂️We hope you enjoyed this surprise Pop Up! Leave a 💚 in the comments if you would like to see this again
Something is bubbling up…🧋✨
Mark your calendars for April 30th because
something sweet is coming your way! Our team is boba-ready and we think you’re going to love it 👀🫧
Jamie says thank you in advance 😀
But seriously, our green containers, plates, and utensils all miss their home here at The Caf.
Before you leave, remember to help Jamie out by returning what’s been borrowed 🍽️
**No Jamie’s were hurt in the making of this video 📦
Today we celebrated National Grilled Cheese Day with a toasty Gouda special🧀✨And a big thank you to one of Erik for making sure your plate was guaranteed the perfect grilled cheese sandwich!
It’s time to sip sustainably 🌎
Did you know you can save $0.50 at Cyber Cafe just by bringing your own reusable cup?
With Earth Day right around the corner, there’s no better time to start 🌳
**Valid for reusable cups up to 16 oz.
What a night to remember! ✨🍽️
We were honored to be part of the celebration, serving up a dinner that was just as memorable as the occasion itself! Once again, congratulations to our fifteenth president of Lake Forest College, Micheal Sosulski!
Yesterday’s Inauguration Lunch, in celebration of Micheal Sosulski, was amazing 🤩 What was your favorite part of the meal? 🍽️
All this talk about Athlete’s Day has us reminiscing about this past Baseball Opening Day Caf Takeover! ⚾️ What a day! Now we want to hear from you… what is your go-to game day meal? 🥨💭
The Gear Store should just take my card at this point 💳🛍️ What is your favorite gear item you own? 💭
Hey Google, play It’s peanut butter jelly time 🎶🥜
Happy National PB & J Day! We hope you all enjoyed this delicious snack @uncrustables
#lakeforestdining #campusdining
IMPORTANT UPDATE: The bakery will no longer be serving desserts. Our Dessert Station is now officially an extension of The Grille 🍔🍟
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And if you’ve made it this far… APRIL FOOLS! 🎉
These “burgers and fries” are actually sweet, not savory! Come to The CAF for these delicious cupcakes and puff pastries 🧁
Anyone else still thinking about last week’s lamb chops💭 We are already so excited for next month’s final Chef’s Table!
Classes or no classes, a Botrista drink just hits different on a sunny day ☀️ Come grab a smoothie, boba, or refresher and sip into spring 🧋
Congrats to last night’s Bingo winners 🎉
We’ve only got ONE game left this semester… so we have to ask 👀
What’s been your favorite prize this year?
Lowkenuienly love them though 🤏
#parkhurstdining #lakeforestcollegedining #collegedining
Who are YOU rooting for? ⚾️
Baseball Opening Day is here! Swing by The Caf for all your game day favorites: Hot Dogs & Cracker Jack 🌭🍿
👩🍳🍍Chef’s Table is happening now during lunch, featuring Chef Alisha! Made fresh, enjoy Caribbean jerk lamb chops with pineapple slaw!
Warner weather calls for Botrista runs 🌷💛
What is your go-to flavor?
#campusdining #lakeforestdining #lakeforestcollege
🐶 Happy National Puppy Day from our whole pack! Petey stopped by and met Barkley for the first time! And a special shoutout out to Frank, who’s been a little distracted lately thanks to his adorable puppy in his life, Enzo!
Spring is finally here! 🌸
Nothing better than a colorful plate to match this warm weather ☀️
Welcome to the Forester Family, CoffeeLab ☕️
We thank you all for helping us decide which blend should stay at Cyber & The Caf! But the question still remains, Lake Forest Blend or Costa Rican Blend? 💭
Tried it, loved it, now shop it 🛍️
@lacolombecoffee is now available at The Market! We hope you discovered a new favorite during the sampling, now it’s yours anytime!
It wouldn’t be St. Paddy’s Day without a Green River Float 🍀 We hope you all enjoyed this festive green treat! Happy Saint Patrick’s Day ⭐️🌈
As we settle back in from Spring Break, we can’t help but reminisce about our Team Appreciation Celebration earlier this month 🎉
Thank you to all of our amazing team members who create smiles and brighten our days 😊
When you see a team member this week, don’t forget to say hi or thank them for all they do!
Something is brewing on campus… 👀 seemed like the perfect day to wear school spirit 🐻❤️ Any guesses for what’s to come?
This is who you’re asking to ✨make it all happen✨
We are so grateful for our team and everything they do to make the dining experience so special! We are counting down the days until we get to see everyone again🐻🌳
“Nothing to wear” until you walk into The Gear Store 🏃♂️
Which outfit are you grabbing? 👀
Fresh out the oven and waiting for you 🔥
🍕Goat Cheese Flatbread
🍕Italian Beef Flatbread
🍕Manakish Za’atar Flatbread
🍕Cheeseburger Flatbread
Which one are you grabbing first?
Your hands are full this semester 🍒🌸 with the newest Botrista flavors, that is!
✨ Cherry Blossom Smoothie
✨ Cherries & Cream Milk Tea
✨ Cherry Blossom Refresher
Which one are you trying first? 💭
Serving up some delicious February Highlights 🍽️ What has been on your plate lately? 🤔
Congratulations to all of our Spring Break Bingo winners 🎉 We hope you all had a blast at tonight’s Bingo and we can’t wait for the next! 🌷🎱
Forester Day is best served together 🐻 We loved celebrating with you and hope your day (and your plate) were full! ☺️
@lakeforestcollege
Scoop, Crunch, Repeat! Chips & Dip day was such a success! We hope you all enjoyed the Buffalo chicken dip amongst all of the other bold flavors 🔥
But we all are so curious, what was your favorite dip? 💭
Dinner is served! Stop by The CAF for a special Black History Month inspired dinner in partnership with @lfc_care @unitedblackassociation @lfc_bma @lfc_bwu @inity_lfc @umoja_lfc 🎉🍽️ We’re so grateful for everyone who partnered with us to bring our Black History Month Friday lunches and dinners come to life!
Tonight’s Chef’s Table has been such a hit 🍤🥑 Chef Ralph has prepared a Carribean Sweet & Sticky Guava with Shrimp, Avocado, Fried Plantain Crisps, topped with a Habanero Chili Sauce!
If you haven’t grabbed some yet, it’s not too late! Stop by during dinner and say hello to Chef Ralph! 👋
Let the good times roll! 🎉 Our Mardi Gras CAF Takeover is happening NOW during lunch! Swing by for bold flavors & festive vibes 💜💚
Celebrate Forester Day in style ❤️🐻 Stop by the Gear Store and enjoy 15% OFF the entire store, today only!🎉
Roses are red, violets are blue, we’re grateful for our Foresters, and yes that means you! Happy Valentines Day, Foresters 💕🐻
From: The Parkhurst team
To: You!
Our Valentine’s CAF Takeover is in full swing! We have Sliced Flank Steak sizzling at one station, Pink Penne Pasta stealing hearts at another, anddesserts that are seriously a fan favorite lineup 🍓🍫
Cupid’s Pop Up really flew by 💌🪽Thank you to everyone who stopped by for a sweet or sour treat 🍬 We hope you all enjoyed the food & Valentine’s Day cards
Super Bowl Sunday has us reminiscing back to the unforgettable SmileyCookie.com Lakefront Bowl we attended back in November 🏈🍪 Happy Super Bowl Sunday!
POV: It’s 2016 and the mannequin challenge just dropped🧍♀️🧍♂️
Raise your hand if cannoli’s are your new favorite dessert 🙋♂️🙋♀️ We hope you all enjoyed this sweet Pop Up! We’re curious, what was your favorite topping?
Oh, the sweet smell of chocolate 🍫 Happy National Chocolate Fondue Day! Hope everyone enjoyed dipping into this sweet treat ☺️
Carrot Cake anyone? 🥕🎂
Today’s Pop Up was a huge hit! We hope you all enjoyed your slice of National Carrot Cake day!
A little sweetness goes a long way this February 💌
Grab our new month special 🍓Strawberry Shortcake Latte🍓 at Cyber Cafe and make someone’s day a little sweeter!
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