holiday buffet tip: beware the trivally-bits

trivally-bits — def. Food items on a buffet that you fill up on, but in the end merely take up room from the really good stuff, leading to resentment, frustration, and gas.

Examples of common trivally-bits:

  • cheese
  • crackers
  • rolls
  • pickles
  • soup
  • salads
  • steamed veggies

If you remember one thing over the upcoming festive season, let it be this:

It’s the trivally-bits that stand between you and that extra spoonful of stuffing.


make with the yak-yak

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