Sometimes, we all have to eat a lot. And sometimes, you can eat a lot, but do not wish to make a pig of yourself. Therefore, you have to starve yourself before going to an event or fancy restaurant to get your money's value.

What to Do?

While eating, grab whatever you want to eat, but mix it with some healthy dishes so it looks like you are eating healthy.

Get a large chunk of food then hide it in your purse, pocket or coat. Go to the toilet or bathroom and eat it very quickly so that the other guests do not think or say, "What took so long?"

Once the cake is served, take a big slice. Therefore, if someone asks, how many slices did you get, you can confidently respond: "I just had one." (Of course, you took half the cake, but it is still considered as a single slice.)

Do not be afraid to hide and feed yourself. You'd be surprised to learn that tons of people do it each day.

Tips and Advice

Shove a bunch of food in your mouth and chew very slowly.

Put smaller portions of each dish on your plate. It appears like you are eating healthy. But putting in small portions does not mean you can not go more than once.

So as not to get caught going back several times, go to the buffet line in different directions. (This way, you don't always bump into the same people).

Disclaimers

Do not get caught. This is one of the most shameful things that can happen to you especially in a buffet restaurant. Look around before hand, but do not be obvious. For example, use the reflection of your watch to look behind you.

Look casual as you drag any junk food on your plate.

Do not eat or lick any fingers while in a buffet line. That's just disgusting.

A Taste of Pittsford allows you to eat as much as you want of gourmet creations from Rochester restaurants, perhaps bring home a few goodies, drink all the wine and spirits from Finger Lakes wineries (make sure that you have a designated driver) and a chance to get some fabulous auctions items at half their retail value from our silent auction donated by Pittsford businesses and individuals....all of these for a very good cause.

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These days, it appears that there is almost never enough time to produce a nourishing meal for the household.  With both parents working, and frequently for prolonged hours, numerous households are abandoning the tradition of a household dinner all together.

So, what can be done to rescue ourselves from a future of instant impersonal meals, continuously ordering pizza and spending far too much eating at Pittsford restaurants every day?  We need to find effortless and nourishing gourmet dishes that take very short time to cook.

There are several TV programs these days which are focused on making the “30 minute” gourmet meal, Aladdin's mediterranean salad and similar subjects.  Many of the tips shared are sensible and easy to follow.  For example, developing a bunch of dinners on the weekend and storing them in the freeze, then reheating them when needed can save a great deal of time during on those hurried work days.

Additionally, discovering some easy and quick recipes can’t be a bad idea.  The internet has numerous recipe web sites running from the simple to the very complex.  Of course, if one is expecting to put together a dinner after work, it is crucial to keep the necessary ingredients ahead of time.

For example, having frozen turkey, raw onions, raw carrots and fresh celery on hand will make a simple and hearty soup.  These ingredients can also be used in many other recipes.  Keep a small supply of your household's favorite spices and dried herbs in the kitchen so they are always available when needed.

Unless you can shop daily at a local market place, your best plan would be to buy your ingredients in bulk, whether frozen or fresh, and store them suitably in a freezer or fridge.  Buying in volume tends to be cheaper in the long haul, as long as the food is actually being consumed rather than spoiling.  With the proliferation of enterprises such as BJ's and Sam’s Club, purchasing in bulk is even more painless than ever nowadays.

So what is for dinner?  More Pittsford restaurant food?  Better yet save that money for the "Taste of Pittford" event.  This way, not only do get to eat from the best restaurants in Rochester and Pittsford, you will help buy a couple of dictionaries to 3rd graders.  This in itself is priceless.  So, how about taking the dive and fixing something yummy and great, and save money for the Taste of Pittsford event on March 12, 2012?

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A little short on cash?  How about cutting back on fast-food meals?  Read about how fast food restaurants target children at Taste of Pittsford's blog:


Teenagers and children view significantly more ads for fast food than same-aged children did in 2003. This is based on a year-long study which analyzed data on the nutritional value of food and the media exposure conducted by members of the Yale Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity.

Findings of the research are available online at Fast Food FACTS. The report suggests that fast-food companies are increasing efforts to market unhealthy meal options to children, without equally promoting healthy choices.