The food in the Olympic Village has been criticized during the Paris 2024 Games. The quality of products and shortages of basic goods have led to what some have called a “disaster” in the French capital.
Simone Biles went to great lengths to explain why the food in the Olympic Village is rarely very good. Although she says she likes French cuisine, what she’s eaten so far isn’t up to par!
The gymnast, who has just won a gold medal with the United States team, asked her what she will have for dinner this week and whether she likes it or not. Here’s what he had to say:
“In the village, it’s not authentic French cuisine, as might be the case because you’re outside the village. So, for athletes, it’s a little bit healthier.
Teammate Hezly Rivera echoed those sentiments, following Biles’ explanation on the podium.
“I don’t think it’s very good, at least what we eat in the refectory. I think French food is good, but what we have there I don’t think is the best. But it does its job.
Gymnasts say that the food is not up to what we can enjoy in France. Blandness and lack of taste were the main reasons for criticism, which led many other people to be artistic when preparing meals.
At least the desserts were up to the level of the Olympians, especially the chocolate muffins.
We had an idea why the food in the Olympic Village wasn’t going to be as tasty as you’d expect, even in Paris. Simone Biles came out and said it!
It’s healthier, a point underscored by the Olympic committee’s push to upload more plant-based items.
It turns out that some are now holding performances outside of town in hopes of better satisfying their taste buds. Others do the best they can with what they have!