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04 March 2022
Dear Mr Willmore,
Freedom of Information request – RFI20220263
Thank you for your request to the BBC of 6 February 2022 for the following information, which we
are treating as a request under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (‘the Act’):
“
Two BBC members of staff have taken to Twitter with anticipation about an event being held in
the
"BBC
Canteern".
@NickJBBC
said
(https://twitter.com/NickJBBC/status/1489885793153912833) "Anticipation at boiling point
for what is clearly a big day in the calendar for the BBC canteen…" and @SimonJonesNews said
(https://twitter.com/SimonJonesNews/status/1490203253279240195) "Definitely hoping to
spend Valentine’s Day in the BBC canteen.".
When available, please provide a copy menu for the planned event, including the prices to be paid
by BBC staff.”
The BBC’s canteen is managed by Baxter Storey, a commercial business independent of the BBC,
and as such any promotional material and menus are their responsibility.
Please find below the requested information.
Mushroom soup (vegan) £1.40/£1.85
GREEK TAKEWAY
Souvlaki chicken, Greek salad, tzatziki, & chips served on flatbread (£5.95)
ITALIAN/ VEGAN / VEGETARIAN
Mushroom risotto with spinach and parmesan style cheese, served with mixed leaves & lemon
dressing (£4.75)
BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD
Choose your base, then add vegetables, dressing & toppings (£3.50/ 500ml £4.75/ 750ml) add
falafel £1.00
HOT DESSERT
Sticky Toffee Pudding with custard (£1.60)
Cupcake £2.00
Heart shape cookie £1.25
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