Reusable straw
We are all aware of the reusable straw initiative and all most likely have a reusable straw sitting somewhere in our house. Don’t let them be forgotten; take them with you to the restaurant in case they do not use reusable straws themselves. Many companies hopped on the reusable straw train and produced many different ways in which the straws can be reduced in size to fit in people’s pockets or purses. Don’t worry if you forget your straw, you can always drink directly out of the glass if you are an adult and not an infant. You have an immune system for a reason!
We are all aware of the reusable straw initiative and all most likely have a reusable straw sitting somewhere in our house. Don’t let them be forgotten; take them with you to the restaurant in case they do not use reusable straws themselves. Many companies hopped on the reusable straw train and produced many different ways in which the straws can be reduced in size to fit in people’s pockets or purses. Don’t worry if you forget your straw, you can always drink directly out of the glass if you are an adult and not an infant. You have an immune system for a reason!
Reusable utensils
Some restaurants, depending on their size, use single-use utensils. It’s always good to have your own pair of reusable utensils so that you avoid the plastic. Sometimes the silverware can look grimy or it may come wrapped in a paper napkin (rather than cloth) and because you have your own utensils, it is not a problem.
Some restaurants, depending on their size, use single-use utensils. It’s always good to have your own pair of reusable utensils so that you avoid the plastic. Sometimes the silverware can look grimy or it may come wrapped in a paper napkin (rather than cloth) and because you have your own utensils, it is not a problem.
Reusable napkin
In case restaurants use paper napkins rather than cloth, you can use your own. Reusable napkins can be bought online, but some stores do sell fancy versions as well.
In case restaurants use paper napkins rather than cloth, you can use your own. Reusable napkins can be bought online, but some stores do sell fancy versions as well.
Tupperware
A recurring item has been Tupperware. Instead of asking for a to-go box that could be plastic or styrofoam (depending on what state and county you’re in), you can bring out your own container to skip the excess packaging. Another item that goes perfectly with this is on the next page! ;)
A recurring item has been Tupperware. Instead of asking for a to-go box that could be plastic or styrofoam (depending on what state and county you’re in), you can bring out your own container to skip the excess packaging. Another item that goes perfectly with this is on the next page! ;)
Reusable bag
Once you’ve boxed up your leftovers to take home with you in your reusable Tupperware, a reusable bag would be very convenient.
Tip!
Only order what you know you’re going to eat
Instead of ordering a large plate of food and knowing that you won’t eat it all, only order what you can eat. Sometimes that is not always an option at certain restaurants, but if there is an appetizer that is the same as the entrée that you were going to order, save a little bit of money (and food!) and order the smaller size instead.
Tip!
If possible, ask for a digital receipt instead of printed
When paying for your meal at a restaurant, choose the digital receipt over the printed. Save paper and this is a way that you can stay organized digitally
Once you’ve boxed up your leftovers to take home with you in your reusable Tupperware, a reusable bag would be very convenient.
Tip!
Only order what you know you’re going to eat
Instead of ordering a large plate of food and knowing that you won’t eat it all, only order what you can eat. Sometimes that is not always an option at certain restaurants, but if there is an appetizer that is the same as the entrée that you were going to order, save a little bit of money (and food!) and order the smaller size instead.
Tip!
If possible, ask for a digital receipt instead of printed
When paying for your meal at a restaurant, choose the digital receipt over the printed. Save paper and this is a way that you can stay organized digitally