True Balance Kosher Kitchen

The True Balance station offers a complete meal made without gluten and the top 8 food allergens (milk, eggs, wheat, soy, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, and sesame), and is AllerCheck™ certified to ensure strict processes are followed to minimize cross-contact while using verified ingredients. Approved fin fish may also be offered while maintaining these top 8 allergen-free standards, and when available, it is carefully sourced and prepared using our Allergen Smart Sheet system to ensure consistency, safety, and quality at every meal.

The University of Hartford is committed to supporting the religious, cultural, and dietary needs of its campus community through a well‑established and collaborative Kosher Dining Program. This program reflects the University’s dedication to inclusivity, student engagement, and strong partnerships with both campus and community organizations. The Kosher Dining Program operates under the close direction of the Hartford Kashrut Commission, ensuring adherence to recognized standards of kosher supervision and food preparation. In addition, the University partners with Hillel and Chabad to support Jewish life on campus and to ensure that kosher dining services align with the needs of students observing Jewish dietary and religious traditions.

The Kosher Kitchen maintains consistent operating hours to provide dependable access to meals throughout the academic week. Service is available Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

In support of Shabbat observance, each Friday the Kosher Kitchen prepares Shabbat meals for Hillel, ensuring students have access to traditional meals prepared in accordance with kosher guidelines. The University also partners with Hillel and Chabad during the High Holidays, providing coordinated dining and hospitality support during these important religious observances. Our program is also strengthened through collaboration with the Greenberg Center for Judaic Studies, reinforcing the University’s academic and cultural engagement with Jewish studies. The University also maintains a community partnership with the Mandell Jewish Community Center (JCC) of West Hartford, further enriching the program through regional collaboration and shared commitment to Jewish life.

Through these partnerships and service offerings, the University of Hartford’s Kosher Dining Program enhances student life, supports religious observance, and demonstrates the University’s ongoing commitment to inclusion, cultural respect, and community engagement.