Food for Thought

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Muskingum University hosted its annual International Dinner and Talent Show on Friday Nov. 18.

In addition to its buffet, the talent show featured several Muskingum University International Students.

Director of International Student Services, Valerie Smith, described the event as an opportunity to combine different cultures in one space.

“[The dinner] is a chance for the students to celebrate their own cultures in a safe environment,” said Smith. “And food is a good common denominator.”

The talent show portion is a relatively new aspect to the International Dinner, and Smith said she loves seeing the students branching out and becoming more involved on campus.

“When I go watch these students, they’re not comfortable performing at Varsity Revue or [the] Parents Weekend talent show, which are dominated by the Americans, maybe they’re a little nervous about what their accents are going to sound like as they sing or are performing and this is a place where they can really be accepted,” said Smith.

While the food and recipe options are proposed by the students the food is then prepared by Aramark staff members.

For students to attend, a meal swipe is exchanged for a seat at the international dinner and talent show. Tickets were also available for purchase leading up to the event.

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Scott’s Diner Open for Business

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New Concord residents now have another option when deciding what to eat.

Scott’s Diner opened its doors for the first time on Tuesday, Nov. 22 on 41 East Main St. in New Concord.

Keith Scott, the owner of Scott’s Diner, said his family was an inspiration when opening his restaurant.

Owner Keith Scott of Scott's Diner during Opening Day, Nov. 22.

Owner Keith Scott of Scott’s Diner during Opening Day, Nov. 22.

“I grew up in [the restaurant business], I’ve always been in it,” said Scott. “Opportunity came to get our own restaurant and timing was right. It’s a way for us to continue the family legacy.”

Scott’s grandparents are the owners of Mr. Lee’s restaurant in Cambridge.

Scott said the reason he chose New Concord to start a restaurant is its location and timing.

“I’ve always liked New Concord,” said Scott. “I always thought this would make the perfect little diner. I think the village needed it.”

Scott said the lack of a sit-in diner in New Concord was another reason he decided to start a restaurant.

“We want to provide good service to the village,” said Scott, “We want to be the village diner. We want to be a part of the community.”

Scott graduated from Zane State College’s culinary program in 2008 and has worked at his grandparents’ restaurant since he was 16 years old. He also runs the restaurant with his wife Alisha.

Scott said the diner offers traditional dishes with a modern twist.

Scott’s Diner is open Tuesday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is closed on Mondays. The diner can be reached at 740-801-1730.

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