What do you think about restaurants being allowed to charge consumers for what is clearly a waste?

I very much support this regulation, but I also have questions about what standards should be charged.

The draft food waste law was unveiled for the first time, and many netizens supported such a bill. However, some netizens are worried that restaurants may charge excessive fees.

The issue of food waste has always been a concern. Many stores will put up slogans, order as much as you can, to remind consumers not to be extravagant and wasteful. However, there are still many consumers who, just to save face, will order a table full of dishes and leave without eating a few bites.

Packaging has always been a frugal behavior advocated by restaurants. If you can’t finish eating, take it home and eat it slowly. Many people think that packing is embarrassing and are reluctant to pack, especially in front of colleagues or friends.

There are also many people who think that food eaten together in public places is unclean and are unwilling to take it home. When such a problem arises, we encourage everyone to use serving chopsticks. After using the serving chopsticks to pick up the food in the bowl, eat with your own chopsticks. This is safe and hygienic.

Some people like to eat out because they don’t cook at home and it is more convenient to eat out. The food prepared by each restaurant has different tastes. Some people like to eat it and some don't, so there will be leftovers.

When such a problem arises, I suggest that people who usually like spicy food go for some Sichuan food. I usually eat light meals and go to some small restaurants. Choose according to your own taste, or go with a friend. Maybe your friend likes the food in this restaurant.

Furthermore, some people have small appetites and may be full after just a few bites. Some restaurants have large dishes and cannot finish so many dishes. If you are such a friend, it is recommended that you order meals together with others, so as to save money and not waste.

Thrift has always been a virtue in China. We have taught our children not to have leftovers since childhood. Eat less and get more, and order meals according to your appetite. Don’t order a bunch of food but not be able to finish it.

This regulation allows restaurants to charge consumers who are obviously wasting money. This regulation is very supportive, but the details must be clearly written and don’t wait for implementation to cause deviations. Saving food starts with me and join the empty plate plan together.