Upon entering Byrne Hall, one thing was apparently clear: I was definitely not in Collis anymore. As much as I love the classic undergraduate dining halls, in light of this week's theme, I decided it was time for a change of scenery. And after just one meal at Byrne Hall, although I may have been at -$90 in DA$H, I was sold on Dartmouth for grad school. Essentially, it offers everything that you wish the other dining halls had: five different kinds of cheeses, no lines, ample table space and, oh yeah, everyone there just happens to be incredibly successful and attractive. So if you're in the mood for a truly gourmet experience and are willing to dole out the DA$H, try my latest creation, a Byrne Hall exclusive: the Mushroom Parm Ciabatta Sandwich.
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Go to the salad bar and get a small bowl of their freshly grated parmesan
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Walk over to the grill line and ask for a grilled portabella with the parmesan melted on top of it
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Stand in the hot meal line and get a scoop of marinara sauce on top.
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Grab one of their freshly baked ciabatta rolls and slice it in half horizontally
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Put the grilled mushroom with marinara on one half of the roll and top it with the other half
- Sprinkle crushed red pepper and oregano inside the sandwich to finish.
So whether you're looking for a truly gourmet sandwich experience that doesn't involve waiting 30 minutes for a Panini at Homeplate or are on the prowl for a successful, attractive partner (hey, no one's judging!), look no further than Byrne Hall. Just don't forget to give the DDS Detective a shoutout in your marriage vows when you find your future husband in the soup line.
