Are students satisfied with the food choices offered in the school cafeteria?
“Aramark food is indeed wonderful,” said Jamie Oliver ’12, as he delighted himself with baked potatoes placed near some pasta already on his plate. Even though he graduated a few years ago, Oliver cannot help but come back to the Lake Forest College cafeteria because he claims the flavors are “impossible to replicate.”
When asked, most of the students interviewed replied that they enjoy cafeteria food. The ones who confessed their love for grilled cheese sandwiches and pizzas, as well as vegetables and rice, said they have never tasted such natural flavors in food. “I mean, this soup doesn’t taste like seasoning at all. Its flavor is provided entirely by the vegetables in it,” said Jacques LaMerde ’18.
The students particularly enjoy the various choices offered. A freshman who chose to remain anonymous said, “You never get bored because there is always something new.” The soups are changed twice every day and the dishes are always very diverse, fresh, and innovative. There is always something delicious to try!
The students unanimously agreed that the best part of what Aramark offers us are the desserts. The cookies are always baked well, the texture of all the sweets are true to what they are supposed to be, and the amount of sugar is perfect, especially for those who are used to consuming less sugar than the average person.
There is nothing better than coming to the caf during lunch and waiting in line for 10 minutes. The wait is worth it, because you see so many available options from which to choose. As a result, even if you choose to go to the salad line, get a salad made out of the freshest vegetables, and sprinkle it with the finest dressings, you will still feel overwhelmed by the amount of choices offered to you.
The “Freshman 15” is a myth because the food in the cafeteria is so healthy and so low-carb, as well as extremely nutritious, that you never really need to snack on high-calorie foods late at night or at odd hours.
Overall, everyone is satisfied and happy with the options provided, the quality of food is great, and there is absolutely nothing that could be improved. Students certainly do not want Aramark to change anything about the way it provides the finest foods and the most exquisite drinks. Besides, the smell of burned toast surely adds to the experience!
