Unlike in the US, in Italy taking home leftovers from a night out isn’t a social norm. Which is why a new law has been passed to prompt restaurants to give out to go bags, AKA “family bags.” Although not obligatory, officials have made this step in the hopes that tax-break incentives and social pressure will help in the decrease. This also makes things easier for companies and farmers who would like to donate food.

Key Takeaways:

• In some parts of the world taking home unfinished food from a restraunt is not as culturally accepted.
• France and Itally want to make some changes in food waste.
• Itally is starting a huge campaign to cut back on food waste.

“The pressure instead will be social, and that part is being provided by the family bag, which will hopefully raise awareness of food waste.”

https://www.fastcoexist.com/3062597/world-changing-ideas/italys-plan-to-destigmatize-doggy-bags-and-end-food-waste