I usually take my lunch to go. I bring three reusable food containers to the canteen around 11 a.m., and the staff separates the meal into different compartments, such as meat, sauce, vegetables and bread. Something I found especially interesting is that our canteen also serves the local community! Older residents and pensioners can purchase meal plans and pick up their lunches at the school, too. It is a great example of how food services can bring together different generations.
During my time here, I have tried a wide variety of Czech foods. Some of the most popular traditional meals include svíčková, a hearty dish of tender beef served with a creamy roasted vegetable sauce and bread dumplings. Another interesting school lunch was buchtičky se šodó, which consists of small, sweet bread rolls covered in warm vanilla custard. Although it looks like dessert, it is commonly served as a full lunch or dinner!
I have also explored several popular snacks and savory foods. Langoš is a deep-fried dough traditionally topped with ketchup and cheese, although garlic mayonnaise, bacon, ham, and onions are also popular toppings. Chlebíčky are open-faced sandwiches made with soft white bread, potato salad, deli meat and a hard-boiled egg.
