Doner for three euros: school dinner ensures mixed reactions in Frankenthal!

Doner for three euros: school dinner ensures mixed reactions in Frankenthal!

*] A special campaign is currently being carried out in the Rhineland-Palatinate City of Frankenthal: Wednesdays between 12 p.m. There is doners there for only three euros. This initiative was launched by Mayor Nicolas Meyer to offer the students in the city an inexpensive and varied lunch option. The background to the campaign is an disagreement between the city and the caterer of the Frankenthal all -day schools about the increased food prices that had led to a reduced offer. According to [Merkur , the "Doner für Alle" campaign continues on March 12th and 19th before the regular food offer is restored.

Frankenthal-macht-vor-.5749840.html">*] to offer tasty and inexpensive lunch meal. The difference at the normal price is taken over by the local snack stands. This happens to offer the students a more comprehensive lunch, while the current problem is addressed by the caterers.

Mixed reactions

[*] The feedback on this action is mixed. There are both praise and critical voices on social media. Some appreciate the idea while others find the time of the action unhappily, especially during the fasting month of Ramadan. Nevertheless, it should be noted that the city has a significant number of students with around 50,000 inhabitants who can benefit from this initiative.

*] The offer prices for kebab have risen sharply in recent years, which makes this action particularly remarkable. According to [Tagesschau , the prices for kebab have risen sharply due to the high inflation. A kebab only has to be sold costs from nine euros, says Ömer Gülec, operator of a kebab shop in Frankfurt. In February 2023, consumer prices in Germany were 8.7 % above the previous year's level.

[*] The rising prices for food are a challenge for many consumers. Tomato prices have risen by 65 %, while grain products and vegetables have also experienced significant price increases. At a time when the cost of living is unfavorable for many households, Frankenthal presents an innovative solution to offer students an opportunity to enjoy a tasty meal.