Monday, September 21, 2026

🌿 Wellness

Why French Portions Are Smaller

A French plate holds noticeably less than an American one, and seconds are offered rather than assumed. The portion is calibrated to be finished, not to impress.

Serve the amount you think is too little for one week and offer more. Most people do not take it, and nobody leaves the table hungry.

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