The National School Lunch Program in the USA provides low-cost or free meals for children in public schools, non-profit private schools, and residential child care centers. It began in 1946 to ensure children received nutritious meals and to absorb surpluses in agricultural food production. Institutions must meet federal guidelines and offer free or reduced-price meals […]
A canteen can refer to a container for carrying water or a facility that serves food in a cafeteria-style setting. Both uses come from the Italian word cantina, meaning “cellar”. Canteens need to be hermetically sealed and some have insulation. Canteens serve food at an institutional level, with the goal of meeting nutritional recommendations. Mobile […]
