Chartwells wins NACUFS award for Charlotte Greens Dish

Chartwells Higher Education at UNC Charlotte was recently awarded the “Grand Prize & Gold, Special Diet Recipe of the Year” award from the National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) for its Avoiding Gluten and Vegan Tofu Pho Bowl .

The Charlotte Greens culinary team created this bowl with nutrition in mind. The tofu and locally-sourced produce combo create a delicious protein-rich, plant-based dish for students.

“Chartwells Higher Education is proud to announce that 14 of its dining programs received 25 awards from…NACUFS… This achievement places Chartwells Higher Education as the top-recognized food service provider by NACUFS in 2025.” The annual awards recognize institutions that lead in culinary innovation, event execution, creative menu planning, and exceptional dining concepts.”

-PR Newswire

Read more about the award in the PR Newswire article, Chartwells Higher Education Claims Industry-Best 25 NACUFS Awards in 2025.