The Center for Global Health is pleased with the return of International Cuisine Week during the 2026 Global Health Week (April 6–10, 2026), the annual celebration of global health and international cultures at MUSC.
This year’s menus will feature daily highlights in all MUSC Health cafeterias celebrating cuisines from regions across the world, including Spain, Israel, Portugal, South Korea and Ireland.
April 6, 2026
Spain
Paella Rice
Mojo Chicken / Poached Shrimp
Chorizo & Tomato / Peas & Pearl Onion / Roasted Bell Peppers
Cold: Black Bean & Mango Salad with Avocado / Marinated Artichoke / Green Onions / Lemon Wedges
Soup: Five Bean Soup
April 7, 2026
Israel
Pita / Herb & Garlic Israeli Cous Cous
Beet Hummus / Carrot Hummus / Traditional Hummus
Baked Falafel / Lamb & Beef Shawarma
Roasted Chickpeas / Roasted Eggplant & Zucchini / Roasted Peppers & Onions
Cold: Cucumber Tomato Fattoush / Feta Cheese
Soup: Lentil & Spinach Soup
April 8, 2026
Portugal
Rotisserie Style Chicken Quarter with Piri Piri Sauce / Lemon & Herb Crusted Cod
Broccoli Rabe with Roasted Garlic & Chilies / Carrot & Green Beans
Roasted Potatoes / Smokey Tomato Rice
Cold: Corn & Black Eyed Pea Salad
Soup: “Caldo Verde” - Kale Chorizo & Potato
April 9, 2026
South Korea
White Rice /Brown Rice
Bulgogi Beef / Soy Ginger Chicken Thighs
Soy Ginger Mushrooms / Gingered Bok Choy /Sesame Carrots
Bibimbap Sauce / Oven Poached Egg
Cold: Cilantro / Green Onions / Sesame Seeds / Kimchi
Soup: Beef & Mushroom Broth with Stir Fried Vegetables
April 10, 2026
Ireland
Braised Beef / Smoked Paprika Salmon
Boiled Potatoes / Spring Barley Risotto
Roasted Parsnips-Carrots-Celery-Onion/ Kale-Cabbage-Leeks
Sherry Cream Sauce / Mushroom Demi Glace
Cold: Herb Mustard Potato Salad / Petit Spinach Salad
Soup: Seafood Chowder
