Speaking from a European perspective, lunch and dinner are not just about eating; they're also a time for socializing and conversation. Typically, lunch is shorter due to our two-shift workdays, with four hours in the morning and four in the afternoon. Dinners are overwhelmingly family affairs, while lunches are usually with colleagues. In addition to lunch and dinner, we also have breakfast, a mid-morning snack, and an afternoon snack. Some people even have supper. An interesting fact about France is that it's considered rude to talk about business during meals.