2014 News Archive

Get festive in the Curve and Mucci's this December!

The Curve and Mucci's are getting into the Christmas spirit with a range of offers and food to deliver festive cheer during December! The menu [PDF 1,732KB] is running from 1st - 24th December and costs just £5.95 per person!

Mucci's is offering a more relaxed two or three course menu starting at £11.00 for the two course option including a unlimited mulled wine! - the menu can be downloaded here: here [PDF 380KB]. Please note that booking is essential to guarantee places.

December's Seasonal Vegetables

This month the Curve's seasonal ingredients are cranberries and satsumas! Download the fact sheets here:

Catering and Hospitality QM wish all their customers a 'Happy Christmas' and look forward to serving them during 2015!

Save 20% with Semester 2 Meal Packages! 

Semester 2 pre-pay meal packages for use in the Curve are available now! You can either purchase them in person from the till points in the Curve or online from the QMUL eShop.

The scheme allows you to pay for your meals in advance, which represents a saving of 20% on the daily walk in cash price!

This Semester there are 3 packages available:

  • Breakfast and main meal (£430.00)
  • Main meal only (£224.00)
  • Breakfast only (£206.00)

The main meal option allows you to choose either a lunch meal or an evening meal giving you more choice and better value from your vouchers.

Please note that the offer is limited to 350 students. For more information and to purchase your vouchers please visit: www.catering.qmul.ac.uk/mealvouchers

Catering & Hospitality QM invite you to meet their suppliers!
Thursday 18th September 2014

The Catering & Hospitality QM team have arranged for a number of their suppliers to visit the Mile End campus on Thursday 18th September 2014. They will be located outside the Curve from 11am allowing staff and students to sample a range of products that will be available in the Curve, Mucci’s, Foyer and Nucleus for the new academic year.

Highlights include:

  • Anglia Produce showing off unusual fruits and vegetables;
  • British Premium Meats cooking a variety of meat sourced from farms which meet the Red Tractor ethical standard;
  • Brake Brothers showcasing their products including fresh Cornish pasties cooked in Cornwall and transported to QMUL the very same day!;
  • Galeta Cakes offering samples of their cake delights;
  • Linwoods offering samples of cooked sustainable fish;
  • Matthew Clark showcasing their selection of wines with free tasting;
  • Rollover Hot Dogs with a traditional hot dog cart and character hot dog;

The event is open to all students and staff at Queen Mary, with the Catering & Hospitality QM team looking forward to meeting you!

September's Seasonal Vegetables in the Curve:

Blackberries and Butternut Squash are this month's seasonal veggies! Chefs in the Curve will be preparing a variety of meals throughout the month which incorporate these ingredients. Information on these vegetables is available in the outlet itself or as a download, please click the links below: 

August's Seasonal Vegetables & Events in the Curve:

Sweetorn and Raspberries are this month's seasonal veggies! Chefs in the Curve will be preparing a variety of meals throughout the month which incorporate these ingredients. Information on these vegetables is available in the outlet itself or as a download, please click the links below: 

Week of the Ocean

This month also sees us celebrate the View the Week of the Ocean menu [PDF 183KB] from 4th - 8th August, a week dedicated to the production of dishes using sustainable fish. 

Notting Hill Carnival

Head to the Curve on Friday 22nd August and enjoy a selection of dishes inspired by the world famous Notting Hill Carnival! [PDF 310KB]

July's Seasonal Vegetables, Recipes & Events in the Curve!

The whole month of July is Ice Cream Indulgence Month [PDF 1,410KB]! We will be serving the delicious award winning 'Purbecks' Dorest ice cream for £2 per tub! 

Also, come in and visit us on Independence Day [PDF 251KB] - Friday 4th July and enjoy an American themed meal for £4.95!

Courgettes and Broad Beans are this month's seasonal veggies! Chefs in the Curve will be preparing a variety of meals throughout the month which incorporate these ingredients. Information on these vegetables is available in the outlet itself or as a download, please click the links below: 

June's Seasonal Specials in the Curve:

Celebrate a Taste of London and Wimbledon 2014!

This month in the Curve you can sample the traditional food the capital has to offer with our ' Taste of London [PDF 428KB]' menu - available for one week only! So come along between 2nd - 6th June 2014 and enjoy London food at it's best! Then to get in the mood for the world's most famous tennis tournament come along and enjoy some Wimbledon Special - Strawberries & Cream [PDF 434KB]! This delicious treat will be available in the curve from Monday 23rd June 2014 for just £2.50! 

June's Seasonal Vegetables & Recipes

Asparagus and Runner Beans are all the rage this month! Chefs in the Curve will be preparing delicious meals throughout the whole of June using these seasonal ingredients to! Information on these vegetables is available in the outlet itself or as a download, please click the links below: 

May's Seasonal Specials in the Curve:

Enjoy the Best of British Week & National Burger Day!

May is jam packed with special events in the Curve! First up we revel in all things British as introduce the ' Best of British [PDF 167KB]' menu which will be available from 19th - 23rd May 2014. Our chefs will be conjuring up some traditional British tasty treats, ranging from dishes such as 'toad in the hole' to delicious pies! 

Wednesday 28th May is ' National Burger Day [PDF 279KB]'. Come along and select your burger of choice from our special gourmet burger menu - available for one day only! All burgers are freshly prepared for just £4.50 each.

May's Seasonal Vegetables & Recipes

Radishes and Rocket are May's featured vegetables in the Curve. Come along anytime throughout may and sample some of our freshly prepared dishes, which take inspiration from these ingredients. Information on these vegetables is available in the outlet itself or as a download, please click the links below:  

Semester 3 Meal Vouchers On Sale Now!

Semester 3 pre -pay meal vouchers are now available to buy online in the QM eShop! The vouchers are for use in the Curve and allow you to pay for your meals in advance, which represents a considerable saving on the daily walk in cash price!

There are two packages available:

The ‘main meal’ option allows you to choose either a lunch meal or an evening meal giving you more choice and better value from your vouchers!

Please note that the offer is limited to 350 students. For more information and to purchase your vouchers please visit: www.catering.qmul.ac.uk/mealvouchers or ask at the till point in the Curve restaurant.

April's Seasonal Specials in the Curve:

Celebrate National Liquorice Day and Thai New Year!

This month celebrates National Liquoirce Day in the Curve. Come along on Friday 11th April 2014 and you can try free samples of Liquorice candy as well as purchase Liquorice cupcakes at Starbucks for just £1 or FREE with any LARGE hot drink!

We will also be celebrating Thai New Year [PDF 327KB] on Tuesday 15th April 2014.

April's Seasonal Vegetables & Recipes

Watercress and Jersey Royal New Potatoes are April's featured vegetables and our Chefs will be using these ingredients in a selection of dishes in the Curve this month. Information is available in the outlet or as a download:  

March's Seasonal Specials in the Curve:

Celebrate National Nutritional Month & St Patrick's Day!

This month our Chefs encourage you to 'Get Your Plate in Shape' with National Nutrition Month [PDF 236KB]! With the exception of one day when you can enjoy all things Irish and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the dedicated menu on Monday 17th March 2014: St. Patrick's Day 2013 Menu [PDF 116KB].

March's Seasonal Vegetables & Recipes

Blood Oranges and Spring Onions are March's featured vegetables and dishes will be created using these ingredients as an inspiration! Our chefs will be creating special dishes featuring these ingredients this month, so make sure you drop by and have a try! Information is available in the outlet or as a download:  

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Fairtrade Fortnight 2014

24th February - 9th March 2014

In support of Fairtrade Fortnight, the Curve will be offering a selection of Fairtade products for you to enjoy:

  • Cloudy Apple Juice
  • Scheckters Organic Energy Drink
  • Eccles Cakes
  • Shortbread
  • One World Muffins
  • Doves Farm Ginger
  • Brazil Nut Cookies

For more information about 'Fairtrade Fortnight' please visit the Sustainability website.

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Catering Supports 'Go Green Week 2014'

Go Green Week (10th - 14th February) is People & Planet's annual national week of action on climate change in schools, colleges and universities. The Catering & Hospitality service are getting involved in support of the campaign...

Meat Free Week in the Curve - 10th - 14th February 2014

'No Meat Monday' in Mucci's - 10th February 2014

Join us in Mucci's and enjoy a selection of vegetarian pizzas and pastas: View Mucci's 'No Meat Monday' Menu [PDF 441KB] [PDF]

Please note that this will be the only menu available in Mucci's on this day, we will not be serving the regular menu.

Local Food Tuesday - 11th February 2014

Join us for a selection of mouth-watering selection of local foods, including a vegetarian option: View the Local Food Tuesday menu [PDF 284KB] [PDF]

Travel Light Thursday - 13th February 2014

On Tuesday, as a bit of motivation, Starbucks will be offering a free muffin to anyone who purchases a cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate. Simply come and see the volunteers outside the Curve between 8am - 10am to receive your token for a free muffin: View the Travel Light Thursday poster [PDF 356KB] [PDF]

For more information about 'Go Green Week' please visit the Sustainability website.

February's Seasonal Vegetables:

Purple spouting broccoli and pasnips are February's seasonal ingredients! Chefs in the Curve and Nucleus will be preparing a selection of meals incorporating these ingredients throughout the whole of February. More information is available in the outlets or you can download them using  the links below: 

Mucci's special Valentines Day Menu -
Friday 14th February 2014 

Enjoy our special romantic menu with your loved one this Valentines day at Mucci's! We are offering 3 courses and half a bottle of house wine for just £12.95 per person. 

The special menu will be available during the lunch service, as well as during our special evening service, times as follows: 

  • Lunch: 11am - 4pm

  • Dinner: 6pm - 9pm 

Booking is not essential, however if you would like to guarantee your table please call 020 7882 3866 or email hospitality@qmul.ac.uk to book. 

Visit the Mucci's website to view the menu: www.muccis.qmul.ac.uk/Menu

January's Events in the Curve:

Celebrate National Pie Day - Thursday 23rd January

Join us in the Curve on Thursday 23rd January 2014 and enjoy a from just £2.50.

Seasonal Ingredients

Swede and Artichoke are January's seasonal vegetables! Chefs in the Curve will be preparing a variety of meals throughout the month which incorporate these ingredients. Information on these vegetables is available in the outlet itself or as a download, please click the links below: