These vary from three to twelve.

In the early morning, I shall bring you bread and fruit and sherbet; at ten o'clock is the first meal; and at seven there is supper.

At one o'clock the kitchens are open, and I can fetch you a dish of pillau, kabobs, a chicken, or any other refreshment that you may desire.

At present, I have no orders as to how many dishes your Excellencies will receive, at the two meals." "We shall not be particular about that," Surajah said.

"It is evident we shall fare well, at any rate." "I am told to inform you, my lords, that the sultan has ordered two horses to be placed at your service.