"Selecting your favorites and getting to go back for seconds and thirds allows you to sample a little bit of everything and even discover new-to-you dishes. There are a number of tips you need to navigate any buffet so you don't waste time and money, the most important of which is the order in which you eat. Leave starches for last to keep from filling up so you can have more room to enjoy more big-ticket items."
"Even if you're a fan of rice, pasta, and bread, it's best to wait on those, especially as they're typically placed at the front of a buffet line to tempt you into loading up your plate with the first dishes you see. This placement strategy is, in fact, a primary reason why you get full too fast at buffets. Additionally, starchy items are often set up with larger serving spoons encouraging a large helping, and smaller utensils for meats and other more expensive offerings."
Indulging at a buffet works best when diners prioritize high-value items and delay starches. Scope out the full spread before filling a plate and plan a logical order to maximize variety. Start with proteins, carving-station meats, salads, and vegetables to secure expensive or limited offerings. Starchy items like rice, pasta, rolls, and potatoes tend to be placed up front with large serving spoons and increase satiety, so save them for the end to avoid filling up too quickly. Use smaller utensils for meats and be intentional about portions to enjoy multiple courses and sampling opportunities.
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