18 provinces catering associations propose to stop waste: how to implement N-1 ordering and punishment

　　More and more provincial and municipal catering associations and institutions have joined the ranks of preventing food waste.

　　According to incomplete statistics from The Paper, as of August 14, catering and culinary associations in at least 18 provinces have issued initiatives calling for actions across the industry to eliminate waste on the tongue, including Hebei, Jilin, Heilongjiang, Jiangsu and Zhejiang. , Anhui, Fujian, Jiangxi, Henan, Hunan, Guangdong, Hainan, Guizhou, Shaanxi, Gansu, Tianjin, Chongqing, Shanghai. In addition, the World Federation of Chinese Food Industry, China Cuisine Association, China Chain Store & Franchise Association, China Hotel Association, Catering Industry Committee of All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce also issued related initiatives.

　　More than that. On August 14, the All-China Women's Federation also issued an initiative to the majority of women and families: Start with me, start with the family, stop food waste, and advocate diligence and thrift.

　　Various associations and institutions have different initiatives, but "small portions", "half portions", and "partial meals" are generally on the list, and the "N-1" ordering model proposed by some local associations has triggered Hot discussion.

The N-1 ordering model has triggered heated discussions, and Wuhan Catering Association responded that it has been implemented for many years

　　Many catering associations are very specific in their initiatives. For example, it is recommended that shop assistants remind customers to order food in an appropriate amount, and restaurants must require packing boxes. Among them, the "N-1 ordering model" proposed by Wuhan Catering Association has attracted the most attention.

　　According to the proposal of the Wuhan Food and Beverage Association, it proposes to implement the N-1 ordering model, that is, 10 dining guests can only order 9 people's dishes, which is not enough to add more dishes to ensure that customers eat well while eliminating food waste from the source. . Subsequently, catering or culinary associations in Heilongjiang, Xinyang, Henan, Xianning, Hubei, Dazhou, Sichuan, Fuzhou, Fujian, and Chaohu, Anhui also followed up and advocated the implementation of the N-1 ordering model.

　　Netizens raised questions such as "how to define the meal size for nine people" and "how to order meals for one person" in response to this proposal. On August 12, a staff member of the Wuhan Food and Beverage Association stated in an interview with Red Star News that the fact that the N-1 ordering model has been implemented in Wuhan’s catering industry since 2013. Many restaurant waiters will remind you based on the number of guests You can order as many dishes as you want.

　　“Many netizens have misunderstood it. It’s not that they said that 10 people can only order dishes for 9 people.” The above-mentioned staff member said that after the proposal was issued, there were some negative comments on the Internet, mainly because they did not read the content carefully. Many restaurants have actively responded and implemented.

　　On August 14, Chen Weijie, secretary general of the Fuzhou Catering and Cooking Industry Association, explained in an interview with The Paper, "The N-1 ordering mode is a quantitative metaphor. We have no mandatory regulations. The role of the association is to play a role in catering companies. Guidance, in fact, N-1 and N-2 are both possible. When it is concretely implemented, we will advise companies to advise consumers, such as the original order to 15 dishes, now it can be reduced to 13 dishes, etc. Add more."

　　"Since the implementation of civilized dining tables and CD-ROM operations in 2012, catering companies everywhere have been implementing these concepts. The catering atmosphere has changed a lot in recent years. After this initiative, we will implement Another improvement, more detailed and more operability, can also help companies improve their reputation." Chen Weijie said.

"Small portion dishes" and "separate meals" are frequently on the list

　　Judging from the proposals issued by various localities and institutions in the past two days, "small portions", "half portions", and "partial meals" are also frequently on the list.

　　The “Proposal” of the Party Branch of Fuzhou Catering and Cooking Industry Association and Fuzhou Catering and Cooking Industry Association stated that for two or three guests, the restaurant will launch half and small portions of dishes to satisfy consumers on the premise of economy. Variety of demand and so on.

　　Zhengzhou Catering and Restaurant Industry Association also mentioned in the "Proposal" that actively advocate and practice table civilization, scientifically and rationally design menus, adjust the quantity and quantity of dishes; encourage enterprises to provide "small dishes, half dishes" services; reasonable Match the dishes, do not mislead consumers to order more meals, and create a good dining atmosphere; advocate the implementation of the "meal sharing system" of catering, and consciously be the propagandist, practitioner and supervisor of "civilized dining".

　　Hainan’s catering and hotel industry advocates scientifically and rationally design menus, rationally match dishes, adjust the quantity and quantity of dishes, and encourage the provision of "half portion, half price" and "small portion, moderate price" service methods, so as not to mislead consumers to over-order meals; actively promote "Divided meal system, public chopsticks system, double chopsticks system"; place public chopsticks and public spoons on the dining table, promote the divided meal system, and implement standards such as "Public Chopsticks and Public Spoons".

　　Some catering companies have been promoting "half portion dishes" and "small portions" for a long time. Haidilao told reporters that the store’s dishes have half a serving, and the price and portion are half of the whole serving. This can not only meet customers’ diversified needs for dishes, but also avoid waste; Quanjude facilitates more diverse consumption This year, the “roast duck for one person” and “roast duck for two” packages were also launched this year.

　　In addition to some measures mentioned by local associations, the Zhengzhou Catering and Hotel Association also proposes that the initiative to stop catering waste should be extended to the entire process of catering production, processing, and service: all catering service units must be conscientious and advocate the use of energy-saving equipment , Reduce kitchen waste, promote the centralized treatment of kitchen waste; strengthen the construction of the chef team, and reduce waste in the procurement and processing of food materials.

The association recommends the establishment of a disciplinary mechanism and offer rewards to CD consumers

　　On August 12, the China Business Federation, China Chain Store & Franchise Association, China Cuisine Association, China Hotel Association, and Meituan Dianping jointly launched the "Proposal on Stopping Food Waste and Cultivating Saving Habits" to the national catering industry. The disciplinary mechanism was also mentioned.

　　The "Proposal" mentioned that a disciplinary mechanism should be established to stop wasteful behavior. Catering companies must fulfill their obligation to remind customers during the ordering process, and promptly dissuade customers from excessive demand; catering companies should respond to customers’ mid-course snacks; catering companies should respond to the waste of buffet meals in advance. Inform the additional meal or service fee.

　　However, a relevant person from the association told reporters that as an association, it can only put forward proposals for catering companies and has no actual binding capacity.

　　The reward and punishment mechanism is not limited to catering companies. The Jiangsu Consumer Insurance Commission recommends that catering companies provide incentives to consumers of packaging and CD-ROMs.

　　"The meal sharing system is advocated, and those who have the conditions can appropriately increase incentives such as packaged rewards and discounts on CDs. It is not advisable to win by quantity. It is the kingly way to conquer consumers' stomachs and hearts with innovative services and quality dishes!" Jiangsu Consumer Protection Committee pointed out in the proposal.

　　For all kinds of initiatives, some catering companies responded to the surging news that the group is discussing a unified decision and cooperating with the local government to implement it. Xibei said, “From the headquarters level, we will have a unified process and we are in the process of internal discussions. When implementing it in various places, we will coordinate with customers’ consumption habits and local policies to make comprehensive decisions.”

Eating and broadcasting are restricted, and multiple video platforms remind users to "refuse waste and eat reasonably"

　　While the catering industry is vigorously promoting actions to stop catering waste, CCTV News has also recently criticized "some so-called big appetites are eating and broadcasting wasteful."

　　In recent years, with the rise of live broadcast, "eat and broadcast" has become popular on the Internet. The so-called "eating and broadcasting" is to turn eating into a profession in front of the camera. Young anchors have established the personality of "big stomach king" by challenging the appetite beyond ordinary people. On August 12, CCTV News published a "How to Stop Food Waste?" "The news program criticized, "Now some so-called big stomach kings eat and broadcast shows, they are even more wasteful. Some even spit out the food after eating...cherish the food and refuse to waste!"

　　On August 13, multiple platforms began to restrict eating and broadcasting behaviors and watch reminders. On the same day, Sina Weibo announced that it will restrict videos and live broadcasts that use a large amount of food as a gimmick, and use fake eating to induce vomiting to attract traffic. It will delete, stop the live broadcast, mute and ban related content according to the specific situation. Disposal measures such as closing accounts.

　　The Paper Journalists also discovered that multiple short video and live broadcast platforms have already given tips on "eating and broadcasting" content. Searching for food and broadcasting on Douyin will prompt: "Cherish food, refuse to waste, eat reasonably, and live a healthy life." The relevant person in charge of Douyin said that once the behavior of wasting food is discovered, the platform will immediately follow the level of violation Punishment. We call on users to cherish food. When users search for keywords such as "eat broadcast" and "big stomach king", they will be prompted to "refuse waste and eat reasonably."

　　Kuaishou has refined the requirements for the content of eating and broadcasting, and proposed not to eat items that cause physical discomfort, or consume a large amount of food or drink in a short period of time, and not to be extravagant or indecent. Searching for food and broadcasting on station B and Xiaohongshu will give you a reminder of "cherish food and eat reasonably".

　　On the afternoon of August 13, the Online Performance (Live Broadcast) Branch of the China Performance Industry Association announced on its WeChat official account that member companies should further strengthen the management of live broadcast content, especially focusing on live broadcasts with food as the main content. Guide the establishment of a correct diet and consumption concept, and resolutely prohibit fake eating, vomiting, curiosity, propaganda of large amounts of eating, overeating, and other extravagant and wasteful live broadcast behaviors in the live broadcast.

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