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. During a trip around Russia, I decided to have lunch at an ordinary cafeteria. , . It's a place where you can get a quick, inexpensive meal. . I went inside and immediately noticed the delicious smell of home cooking.
. At the entrance, I picked up a tray and walked along the long counter. , , . Behind the glass were dishes of borscht, salads, buckwheat and mashed potatoes. , , ! Everything looked so delicious that I didn't know what to choose!
, . I asked for borscht, a meat patty with mashed potatoes and a salad. . Then I noticed a berry compote drink and decided to get that too. , ! It seemed my lunch was getting bigger and bigger!
. I paid at the till and sat down at an empty table. . Cafeterias usually don't have waiters. , . Customers choose their own food, pick up trays and find seats.
, , . The borscht was hot, the meat patty was juicy, and the mashed potatoes reminded me of home cooking. , . Around me, people were having lunch, chatting and taking a break from work.
, . Just as I was about to leave, I noticed some fresh pirozhki (small filled pastries) on the counter.
, , !I think I know where I'll come for lunch tomorrow!
Current translation: During a trip around Russia, I decided to have lunch at an ordinary cafeteria.
