VA's Veterans Canteen Service

04/16/2026

The caterings presented throughout the event were exceptional in presentation and quality, and they modeled Whole Health. The Lake Nona team planned, anticipated, communicated, executed and followed-up to truly promote the VCS brand. The Lake Nona Medical Center Director, Tim Cooke, said he took great pride in the exceptional quality and presentation.

That team was the following: NFS Cook Supervisor Ricardo Ayala Martin, Assistant Chief Emmanuel Estrella, Assistant Chief Armando Figueroa Adorno, Food Service Worker Jetsy Figueroa Ortiz, Food Service Worker Yamiletx Figueroa Perez, Region Director Raymond Garza, Assistant Chief Cindy Gil, Canteen Chief Liza Phipps, and NFS Supervisor Ephraim Talavera.

04/09/2026

Regina J. has proudly served America's Veterans in the Portland, Oregon, Canteen for 10 years! Regina works as a food service worker in the PatriotCafé.

04/06/2026

Celebrate National Employee Benefits Day with us!
Every day we have the honor to serve the best customers in the country Veterans of the United States Armed Forces and those who care for them.

VCS employees enjoy:
• Federal retirement and pension
• Excellent health, dental, and life insurance
• Opportunities to advance
• 11 paid federal holidays
• No nights
• Childcare subsidy
• Transit benefits

04/02/2026

Thomas Talamante, the acting medical center director in San Francisco, took off his suit jacket and decided to help on the PatriotCafé grill during the lunch rush.

Mr. Talamante didn’t help because the lines were too long, but because he wanted to be part of the service side of the VCS experience.

04/01/2026

03/26/2026

It's National Spinach Day! 🥬 Enjoy spinach options in the Patriot Cafe today. Add spinach to your omelet, try our NEW Roasted Apple Grilled Cheese, or a Spinach Salad from Creation Station.

What's your favorite way to enjoy spinach?

03/25/2026

03/16/2026

It's National Power Snack Week! A power snack is a nutrient-dense, small, and balanced bite like fruit and nuts, or hummus and raw vegetables, designed to provide a quick energy boost and sustain focus between meals. ​

What's your go-to power snack to give you an energy boost? Share your favorites in the comments below!​

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03/13/2026

Happy National Popcorn Lovers Day! 🍿 What's your favorite whole grain? Let us know your favorite whole grain in the comments!

03/12/2026

Food Service Worker Erica in the Washington, D.C., Canteen works every day to deliver the VCS benefit.

“Her customer service skills are outstanding—she is always professional, helpful, and makes every interaction a positive experience,” said Accountant Rebecca. “She engages in friendly conversation every day, creating a welcoming and positive atmosphere.”

03/11/2026

Now through March 13, buy one Karma Water and get one free in the PatriotStore, PatriotCafe, PatriotBrew! Transform your wellness with Karma's probiotic and energy water, which is non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, kosher, and made in the USA. Don't miss out on this offer!

03/03/2026

It's National Barista Day. Join us in thanking Carle H., who makes her customers' day. Carle, who is a barista at the Jefferson Barracks PatriotBrew in St. Louis, leaves inspiring messages on her customers' beverage cups to brighten their days. "Every day can feel the same," Carle said. "I look forward to making a difference in someone's day."

Grab a co-worker and head over to Patriot Brew and thank a VCS Barista today and enjoy 2 stamps on your rewards card!