Hampden-Sydney College has recently negotiated an agreement with Thompson Hospitality of Herndon, Virginia, who will assume responsibility for all of the College’s dining and catering operations no later than July 1, 2012. This was a difficult decision and made only after intense review, analysis, and on-site visits. We are appreciative of our 56-year relationship with ARAMARK and all of the contributions they have made to the College over that period. Hampden-Sydney, ARAMARK and Thompson Hospitality will work closely to assure a smooth transition. We will provide additional information as the transition process unfolds."
Now we are anxiously waiting new information on the subject and will make sure to keep all your stomachs well informed.
After hearing the news, Ryan and I decided to celebrate by going out for lunch. We set out for Lectric Dogs & BBQ, a small hot dog stand on the other side of town:
Ryan ordered first and we both were welcomed with a taste test of the BBQ in a small cup:
Ryan orded the tried and true hot dogs smothered in mustard. I was so impressed with the BBQ sample that I ended up ordering a BBQ platter. This included fries and a sweet tea:
The BBQ and sweet tea were unbelievable. The BBQ was a little spicy with a homemade sauce that was generously glazed over the pulled pork. The tea was perfectly sweet, not too sweet that leaves you thirsty but also not leaving you with a bitter taste in your mouth. The fries were a great change from the standard moans or fastfood fries but were cold by the time I was able to return to my room. The service though was unbelievable. The stand was run by two of the nicest women I had ever met. The only negative aspect of the Lectric Dogs and BBQ are the limited hours of operation. They are only open on weekdays between 11am and 4pm. If you can, make the trip. And Remember Stay Hungry My Friends!
