Together at Lunch in the Cialona Canteen
At Cialona, it’s about more than just hard work and completing great projects. As a family business, we value a warm and friendly working atmosphere.
It is important that colleagues know each other and that there is an approachable atmosphere. And that is why we have lunch together. That way everyone quickly feels at home and we stay connected as a team.
Lunchtime, A Moment of Togetherness
Our lunch breaks are the moments to catch up, laugh and talk together. Whether you’re having a busy day or have just completed an important project, we gather at the table to unwind and share stories.
Odette: The Heart of our Canteen
Central to this important moment of the day is our dear colleague Odette. She runs the canteen like no other and provides a tasty lunch every day.
Every day again, a variety of spreads and fresh sandwiches are waiting for us. Her attention and dedication make the lunch break something special!
Ending the week with a snack
On Fridays, we festively end the week with a fried snack – a little tradition we cherish and a delicious start to the weekend.
Odette explains that this tradition is a nod to the old “Friday fries day” and laughs, “We made it Friday bun croquette day. A nice end to the week and a good base for the weekend!”
Tuesday: A Healthy Meal with a Personal Touch
For Odette, her role in the cafeteria is more than just serving food; it’s about taking care of everyone and creating a warm atmosphere. “I love being in the cafeteria to take care of everyone, and that hot meal on Tuesdays is just part of that,” she says with a smile.
“It makes me happy when I see people enjoying themselves, and the compliments I get make the job extra fun.”
When it comes to favorites, Odette immediately mentions her pea soup. “That one is always a hit, especially in the winter. I find it so cozy to serve something warm and savory when it’s cold outside.”
Sandwiches with a “special twist” are also a hit. “I like to keep a little variation in it, just like responding to the seasons. For example, in the summer I like to serve a fresh asparagus soup, salads, or a light pasta.”
Some dishes stay with her extra because of the enthusiastic reactions of colleagues. “When I made rendang with sajur beans the other day, everyone raved.
Such dishes are special and make lunch moments just that little bit different,” Odette says.
As for her inspiration, she likes to look around her. “Colleagues inspire me, too! If some of them have a cold, I try to make an extra healthy winter meal. And I also look a lot on social media, like TikTok and Instagram, for new ideas.”
And her dishes are clearly appreciated by the team. Lieke finds it hard to choose, but the homemade soups and the “La Place sandwich” with chicken and bean sprouts are at the top of her list. Elise and Mirjam totally agree: “That sandwich is really fantastic!” Danique quickly interjects that Odette’s rendang is second to none, and Rens sticks to his favorite, the classic: Odette’s pasta Bolognaise.
Lunch Together, Cialona Together
It is these moments of togetherness that strengthen the family feeling and make the atmosphere at Cialona unique. Cozy, approachable and always tasty – this is how we make every lunch break a special moment of the day.
