Tag Archives: dinner

The I-House Cookbook 3.0: Chef’s Delight!

We’re excited to announce the completion of the third chapter, aptly named ‘The Chef’s Chapter.’ Guided by our Executive Chef, Chef Abigail Serbins, this chapter celebrates the diversity of the I-House kitchen with recipes submitted by our talented chefs. We invite you to savor and explore these delightful dishes. Continue reading

Posted in What's Cooking | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Recipes from the I-House Melting Pot

Dear residents and friends.  It’s time for food lovers to see another beautiful side of International House culture: recipes from residents from around the world.  I am excited to present the second chapter of the International House Cookbook! This chapter … Continue reading

Posted in Activities, Life at I-House, What's Cooking | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Ubuntu – I Am Because We Are

International House is a laboratory for a new kind of experiment – the day-to-day practice of international fellowship among men and women. – John D. Rockefeller Jr., I-House Benefactor It’s up to us, the residents, to continue building on this … Continue reading

Posted in Activities | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Celebrating Black History Month at I-House through Food

Throughout the year, International House, Berkeley hosts themed dinners, honoring cultural heritage and holidays celebrated around the world. Dinners range from Oktoberfest to Native American Heritage, as well as Diwali and Lunar New Year. For the month of February, residents … Continue reading

Posted in What's Cooking | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

July I-House Connection: News of Betsey Warrick; I-House Turns 89; Save the Date for Global Homecoming

Dear Alumni and Friends, It is with heartfelt sadness that we transmit this announcement about the recent passing of Elizabeth “Betsey” Warrick, longtime supporter and former First Lady of International House Berkeley. Betsey’s impact on I-House began when her husband, … Continue reading

Posted in I-House Alumni | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Interesting Facts about Baroness Oona King, I-House Alumna of the Year

Greetings from Berkeley! We are so pleased to honor Baroness Oona King (IH 1989-90) at this year’s Gala and present her with the 2019 Alumna of the Year award for her advocacy in human rights, her visionary leadership, and the … Continue reading

Posted in I-House Alumni | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments

Time to Thrive: Sunday Supper

In 1909, Harry and Florence Edmonds, promoters of the I-House movement, started a tradition of hosting dinners in their home to counter the loneliness and isolation of international students in New York. Today, we still honor this tradition, which became … Continue reading

Posted in Life at I-House | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Celebrating the Year of the Pig at I-House

新年快乐! Happy New Year, everybody! Lunar New Year is about seeing loved ones and eating delicious foods, which is probably why it’s one of my all-time favourite holidays. Singaporeans, Koreans, Vietnamese, Chinese, etc. all celebrate the Lunar New Year as … Continue reading

Posted in Life at I-House, What's Cooking | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Global Homecoming on Sunday with I-House tours, lunch, fashion show, international tasting and more!

October 2017 Global Homecoming is Sunday, October 22, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm It’s not too late to sign up for Global Homecoming this Sunday. The House will be buzzing with excitement from 11 am – 3 pm, so don’t … Continue reading

Posted in Activities, I-House Alumni, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

I-House welcomes students for the academic year

August 2017 I-House welcomes students for the academic year I-House is pleased to welcome 590 residents this fall—our largest number in recent memory for the academic year. Residents from over 75 countries will be moving into their new home starting … Continue reading

Posted in Activities, I-House Alumni, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments