Meatless Mondays: Tips for Eating Out

Last week I told you how I love to splurge and eat out. I find a little planning can make eating vegetarian at restaurants much easier. Here are a few tips if you're new to eating out veggie-style:

• Check the menu in advance for vegetarian offerings (This is especially useful if you don't want to make a big stink about the fact that you're eating vegetarian. I always do this before professional events.)
• Call ahead or ask your waiter if there are dishes that can easily be made vegetarian ~ there usually are.
• Assemble your own vegetarian meal by combining several side dishes or appetizers.
• If there really are no great veggie options, then enjoy what you can eat ~ salad, bread, and dessert make for a great {occasional} backup plan!