Karen is the one to answer as Talen is once again lost in thought.  "Well, that depends, there are a few places that have proped up outside the acadamy but we mostly get food at the acadamy's cafeteria. they don't charge students afterall." Karen explains as they walk.  As you walk you see your roommate trot pass noding to each of you as she does her tail wagging excitedly.  Eventually you arrive at the cafeteria, which consists of several buffet style stands, with food for all manner of creatures.