Here with multiple pictures we introduce you to the new features of the north canteen 2.0.
The north canteen has been dear to numerous cohorts of Fudaners living at the Fudan’s Handan campus. Back in the days when the surrounding area was yet to gain reputation for the large shopping malls at the nearby Wujiaochang commercial center and leafy and comfy Daxue Road (named “University Avenue” on TripAdvisor), it was probably the favorite place to dine out among Fudan faculty and students for its affordable and diverse options.
Last July, the canteen was shut down for an all-round renovation. The canteen started from an unadorned dining hall providing only plain Chinese food, and over the years its facilities has been updated. A Variety of high-quality international and ethnic cuisines are offered. With a complete makeover, the venue has been turned into a brand-new multi-functional building, spanning a vast space of 12,576 sqaure meters.
Food is of course the kernel of a canteen. There is plenty of delicacies in the new canteen for foodies to explore, ranging from popular Chinese regional cuisines to localized Western dishes and desserts.
Oriental dishes
Western desserts
Food is of course the eternal theme of a canteen. There is plenty of delicacies in the new canteen for foodies to explore, ranging from popular Chinese regional cuisines to localized Western dishes and desserts.
Roast pork with rice
Chicken in black pepper sauce and rice
Bullfrog with bell pepper
Baked fish
Boiled fish with pickled cabbage and Chinese red pepper
Braised chicken feet
Steamed dumplings
Chicken salad in mustard mayonnaise
Sweet and sour pork
Egg tarts
Crispy buttered toast
Fruity mousse cup
Croissants
Beverages (bubble tea, fruit tea, soda, etc.)
The stone bridge
Outside the canteen, luxuriant arrays of trees are reflected in the crystal-clear water flowing serenely beneath the traditional-style stone bridge. Water lilies will come into bloom in summer, adding a warm shade of pink to the landscape.
Patio
Friends may enjoy a nice chat and couples a romantic dinner at the patio to the west side of the canteen, accompanied by pastel reflections from a glassy oblong pond.
An aerial view of the north canteen
To ensure safety of diners at peak hours, the roads leading to the entrances to the canteen have been widened, with separate lanes for pedestrians and bikes.
The exterior of the canteen building adopts a vintage industrial style, yet everything inside embodies human-centered design.
Atrium
In the atrium of the canteen stand four trees representing the four campuses of Fudan University, (Handan, Jiangwan, Fenglin and Zhangjiang). The trees also echo a well-known Confucius saying that goes “It takes a decade to grow a tree and a century to cultivate a good person,” reminding Fudaners to never stop learning.
On a sunny day, light will dance into the delicate green of the leaves, with shades dotting the ground. When in rainy days, raindrops will tap on the skylight, melodious in tune.
Perforated aluminum panels
The new atrium adopts an energy-efficient design. The walls are painted in soft pastels and installed with perforated aluminum panels, and an adjustable mirror is placed to refract light downwards, all for the canteen to take in sufficient sunlight.
Smart waste collection equipment
Via a new smart waste collection system, food waste will be degraded by microorganisms into carbon dioxide and water, causing less pollution to the environment.
Conveyor belts to take in used plates. The system was already in place before this renovation
A rice vending machine is placed at a food counter on Floor 2.
The two-floor serving space of the canteen has been divided into areas for everyday Chinese food and special delicacies. There are also a bakery and a beverage shop on Floor 2.
Dining area, Floor 1
Dining area, Floor 2
Beverage shop
Common spaces for food and thoughts
Apart from delving into nice food, students can also have group activities, or simply enjoy some “me time” in the canteen.
Not a single corner of the canteen is left idle. Different chairs and tables are set up to meet different needs.
Floor 1
The seating area beside the French windows on Floor 1 is perfect for time with friends while enjoying a good campus view outside the canteen.
Floor 2
Long wooden tables in the center of Floor 2 are for large group discussions, surrounded by comfy sofa booths.
The northeastern area of Floor 2 is designed for more formal academic meetings. The glass shield at the end of the table allows natural light in and can be used as a projector screen.
The eight private meeting rooms in the southern area of Floor 2 each is equipped with a multimedia desk and a smart television.
These sound-proof booths are for students who need a quiet place to take phone calls or do video interviews.
An open kitchen for cooking classes on Floor 2. For those who are into cooking, tutoring videos made for two famous Chinese dishes made by stuffs are provided.
Sweet and sour pork
Steamed prawn dumplings
Formal banquet with dignitaries can be held on Floor 3, with a few stylish dinning venues.
Food safety is the top priority in any kitchen at the four campuses. All cooks must be checked healthy and wear clean uniforms before entering kitchens.
A clean and bright kitchen ensures food safety and a positive work environment for all the staff.
Signs and floor plans printed in orange
Dining card top-up area in red
Self-study area in yellow
Tableware recycling sign in green
Cute drawings in red, yellow and green
When Fudan graduates miss their life on campus, the fond memory of Fudan’s food may lure them back. For the lucky ones who are now inside Handan campus, congratulations on being the first to try out the new north canteen. Bon appétit!
