Factors that (unconsciously) influence what you order at a restaurant

Eating at a restaurant is a true delight: we can indulge in a delicious meal without worrying about cooking, but often what we decide to order is not defined exclusively by our cravings. It's clear that the experience of dining in a restaurant is very different from what we can have at home: the company, the ambiance, the variety of foods, etc. Thanks to a group of scientists from Cornell University who investigated consumption behaviors in restaurants, it was discovered that it is precisely these factors that determine our order (and not so much what we think we want to eat). Discover which details of restaurants are influencing your decision: 1. The body mass index of your server Although it may seem completely irrelevant, researchers found that the weight of the waiter can influence what you consume. According to a recent study, a diner is 4 times more likely to order dessert if the person serving them has a high BMI. It was even found that this also impacts beverage consumption, as people drank 17% more alcohol when their servers had a higher body mass. Help ease your way through the week w/ a refreshing #Cucumber Rickey #Cocktail w/ #Gin, #Lime, & #GingerBeer by @thetastesf. 👉To find the #recipe (& all of the cocktail #recipes featured on this account), click the link in profile. 🎉Featured on the #Gin Feed on our Website (Feed edited by @thejamlab) 🌟Remember to share your cooking, baking, and drink making by tagging #feedfeed @thefeedfeed for a chance to be featured here and on our site! 💻Explore our website <feedfeed.info/cocktails> for more inspiration/recipes on what to #cook #bake and #drink from the feedfeed community. #cocktails #cocktail #drinks #happyhour #gincocktails #gincocktail A photo posted by feedfeed, Julie Resnick (@thefeedfeed.cocktails) on May 10, 2016 at 2:13 PDT This natural cucumber and mint drink will help keep you fresh and hydrated during the summer days. 2. The weight of the person you're dining with According to the results of a study published in 2014, dining in the company of someone overweight increases the likelihood of consuming unhealthy food. Blueberry Cheese Pie แบบถาด1ปอนด์ พร้อมกล่องน่ารัก พร้อมส่งเป็นกำลังใจให้คนที่คุนรักล้าวน้า 💏 👨‍👩‍👧 👭 ♥️ส่งขนม แทนความห่วงใย/คำขอบคุณ/วัดเกิด/วันสำคัญ♥️ (สั่งกินเองให้คุณแม่ พ่อ ลูก แฟน เพื่อน บอกรักกันได้ทุกวันจ้า) T.088-096-3768 Line/ig : little_smile_corner A photo posted by Cute & Sweet Bakery/Decoration (@little_smile_corner) on May 9, 2016 at 7:19 PDT Enjoy this exquisite guilt-free dessert. (Each serving has only 180 calories). 3. The names of the dishes The menu of a restaurant directly impacts our decision on what to eat, according to a study from the International Journal of Hospitality Management. The more descriptive the name of a dish, the more likely people are to order it and perceive it as more appetizing. Fare ma non toccare 🍊 #orangecake #sweettemptations #details #f3photos A photo posted by Francesca Radicula (@ffradi) on May 10, 2016 at 1:27 PDT The name of this orange cake says it all. You have to try it! 4. The ambiance Restaurants with relaxed atmospheres make us feel calmer, making it easier for us to fully enjoy the dining experience. Take fast-food restaurants as an example: usually, people arrive, order their food quickly and simply, eat, and leave. This type of environment does not lend itself to lingering over dessert or enjoying food slowly. Easy and YUM #caprese #capresesalad #food #foodandwine #foodanddrink A photo posted by Grace Robinson (@gracetrobinson) on May 10, 2016 at 5:17 PDT With this caprese salad, your concept of fast food will completely change. 5. The arrangement of the buffet It has been found that people tend to eat more of the dishes that are presented at the beginning of the buffet line. It's that simple. Regardless of whether it's healthy food or more caloric, diners consume the first foods they find in the buffet. Afternoon tea buffet #simpley_perfection #pastrychef #pastry #hotel #afternoontea #buffet #london #luxury #stpancras @stpancrasren A photo posted by Daniele Tasso (@daniele_pastrychef) on May 11, 2016 at 2:17 PDT Set up your ownbuffet at home with these simple tips. Now that you know the factors influencing your decision, do you think you will order the same food the next time you go to a restaurant?