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SIMPLE. FLEXIBLE.
BUILT AROUND YOU<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Our Meal Plan system is designed to make your university life easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A smarter way to eat
at University<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Starting university is a big step. You\u2019ve got lectures to attend, friends to make, and a new life to build. That\u2019s why our Meal Plans are designed to take the pressure off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No shopping. No cooking. No washing up. Just great food, ready when you are.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step one
Choose your plan<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Pick the plan that suits your lifestyle and budget. Whether you want the occasional meal or unlimited access, we\u2019ve got a plan for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan<\/th>Meals per week<\/th>Ideal for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Bronze<\/td>3 meals per week<\/td>Light eaters \/ top-ups<\/td><\/tr>
Silver<\/td>7 meals per week<\/td>One meal a day<\/td><\/tr>
Gold<\/td>14 meals per week<\/td>Two meals a day<\/td><\/tr>
Platinum<\/td>Unlimited<\/td>Complete convenience<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

You can use your plan at any of our six dining venues across campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step two
one swipe = one meal<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Your university ID card is your meal pass. Just swipe it at the counter and enjoy your meal. No cash, no hassle. Each swipe gives you access to a full meal, including hot drinks and desserts at most locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step three
eat when you want<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Our dining halls are open from 8am to 9pm, perfect for planning your meals around your lectures and social life. It\u2019s flexible eating that works around your schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step four
Build your perfect plate<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Meals are freshly prepared by our team of professional chefs, using locally sourced, sustainable ingredients, including produce from our own university farm. Enjoy everything from world dishes to comfort food, all served buffet-style so you can build your perfect plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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and it\u2019s so easy to manage<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Add your plan to your accommodation booking or buy online.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Allergen and nutrition info available online or via a QR code on all counters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Plans are term-time only, valid all year, and locked at a fixed rate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Upgrade your plan or enquire about payment terms by emailing clevercuisine@reading.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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WHAT\u2019S ON THE MENU?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fresh, balanced, and anything but boring, our six dining venues serve up a huge variety of meals every day. All made by our team of in-house chefs using fresh, local ingredients, including beef from our own university farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also cater for a wide range of dietary needs, including gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-friendly options, with clear labels and menus available online or via QR codes at every venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Homemade pizza & pasta
made daily, with bold
sauces and plenty of toppings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/span><\/span>Global favourites like Indian and Pan-Asian, think fragrant curries to wok-fried noodles and katsu bowls<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Fresh vegetables and salad. Build your own plates with colourful veg, grains, and dressings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Home comforts like house burgers, roast dinners, tacos, sausage & mash, and proper fish & chips<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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PLUS SO MUCH MORE\u2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Buffet-style and made from scratch, our menus change daily across venues, meaning there is always something new to try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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a thriving social experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shared dining spaces are a great way to meet friends and feel part of the community. With SIX Dining Venues across campus, there is always somewhere convenient to have breakfast, lunch and dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Eat at the Square<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The Dairy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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St Patrick\u2019s Dining Hall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Park Eat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Wilderness Caf\u00e9<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Wantage Dining Hall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Hear more about meal plans with two of our first-year students and our executive chef…<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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