Rooted: Indigenous Flavours in Dining Commons

Welcome to Rooted, a program dedicated to showcasing Indigenous cuisine at Simon Fraser University—both through these menu items at SFU’s Dining Commons and a catering menu. In collaboration with Indigenous chef, Steph Baryluk, we’ve created a collection of fusion dishes inspired by Indigenous flavours and ingredients. Along with each dish, you’ll find educational resources and personal notes from Chef Steph about the dishes or ingredients used and their cultural significance. Rooted dishes are featured in the Dining Commons menu rotation, keep an eye out for the Rooted signs when dining. Join us on a journey of culinary discovery and cultural appreciation as we continue to grow and expand our Rooted Catering menu.