Lunch

Lunch is a meal typically consumed around the middle of the day, following breakfast and preceding dinner. It varies in form, size, and significance across cultures and historical periods. In some societies, lunch constitutes the main meal of the day and may consist of multiple courses, while in others it is lighter and more utilitarian in nature. The foods consumed at lunch differ widely according to local dietary customs, ranging from simple items such as sandwiches or salads to more elaborate meals involving rice, noodles, or soups. Regional and cultural practices continue to shape lunch tr

1932 photograph of workers atop the steelwork of 30 Rockefeller Plaza

thumb|North Indian cuisine|North Indian style vegetarian thali served in a restaurant

precooked or cured meat, often sausages or meat loaves, that are sliced and served cold or hot on sandwiches or on party trays

thumb|Lunch box and Vacuum flask|vacuum bottle owned by [[Harry S. Truman]] thumb|A collection of lunch boxes for school students thumb|Insulated thermal bag with [[ice packs]]

popular adage communicating the idea that it is impossible to get something for nothing

thumb|Traditional Kerala sadya

fixed menu in Spanish restaurants

meal provided to students and sometimes teachers at a school