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We Want Plates is a community of both regular people and dedicated foodies who are joining their forces to make restaurants serve food on actual plates, not on bits of wood and roof tiles. To do so, they are shaming all the ridiculous food presentations they are receiving online, and their crusade has made them quite famous.

Founded in 2015 by Ross McGinnes, We Want Plates already has 157K followers on Twitter, 100K on Facebook, and 30K on Instagram. However, the biggest unit of their army is located on Reddit — over 650K troops. I think it's safe to say that the growth of the project is a pretty good indication that restaurants should think twice before serving cured meat on a bone or pouring a cocktail into a baby bottle. At least I hope so.

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“Our Environmentally Friendly Tempura Is Made With Sustainable Seafood And Vegetables, Harvested In Ways That Consider The Long-Term Well-Being Of Our Precious Land And Oceans.”“Wonderful! How’s It Served?”“On A Large Polystyrene Block.”

“Our Environmentally Friendly Tempura Is Made With Sustainable Seafood And Vegetables, Harvested In Ways That Consider The Long-Term Well-Being Of Our Precious Land And Oceans.”“Wonderful! How’s It Served?”“On A Large Polystyrene Block.”

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    Cocktail Bathtub Complete With Rubber Ducky

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    “Here’s Your Beef Wellington Starter. Is There Anything Else I Can Get You?”“Tetanus Shot, Please.”

    “Here’s Your Beef Wellington Starter. Is There Anything Else I Can Get You?”“Tetanus Shot, Please.”

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    #4

    Caesar Salad Or Charlie Brown Christmas Tree?

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    #5

    "Waiter, I Prefer My Pie To Be At Least 9 Inches Off The Table"

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    The Chips Come In A Rock

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    #8

    This Is A Take Out Dish - Diners Were Instructed To Plate Like This At Home. Part Of A $115 Tasting Menu

    This Is A Take Out Dish - Diners Were Instructed To Plate Like This At Home. Part Of A $115 Tasting Menu

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    #11

    Please Take A Charcuterie And Have A Seat

    Please Take A Charcuterie And Have A Seat

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    #12

    Yes, I Would Like Your "Mini Corn Dogs On A Ceramic Decorative Pillow" Please

    Yes, I Would Like Your "Mini Corn Dogs On A Ceramic Decorative Pillow" Please

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    #13

    Venison Cubes On A Deer Antler (Was Actually Incredible)

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    #15

    This? Oh, It's Just An Orthodontic Mould Of The Restaurant-Owner's Mouth From Barcelona

    This? Oh, It's Just An Orthodontic Mould Of The Restaurant-Owner's Mouth From Barcelona

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    #17

    Repeat After Me, Hub Caps Are Not Plates

    Repeat After Me, Hub Caps Are Not Plates

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    #19

    My Cocktail Was Caged Because What If It Flies Away

    My Cocktail Was Caged Because What If It Flies Away

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    Eva the Egg
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, my cocktail flies away pretty often too. I should get a cage like that 9_9

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    #20

    Nachos On A Rusty Bin Lid

    Nachos On A Rusty Bin Lid

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    N G
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're trying to mimic a specific BBQ place that serves their sharing meals on a bin lid. But those are clean, and from what I can tell, specifically tweaked - no handle so it sits flat on the table properly like the oversized plate they are being used for.

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    #22

    Found On Yelp & Now I Don’t Want To Stay At This Hotel Anymore

    Found On Yelp & Now I Don’t Want To Stay At This Hotel Anymore

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    #26

    My Cocktail Came In A Box

    My Cocktail Came In A Box

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    Ruth Peacock
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the traditional way to drink Sake. Maybe they're going for a fusion thing. It is a silly thing to do for many drinks, but if woodiness is part of the flavour, it's a great option.

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    #27

    Syphon Tower Of Onion Rings

    Syphon Tower Of Onion Rings

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    Fish And Chips On Paper

    Fish And Chips On Paper

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    Samantha Lomb
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is pretty normal in a lot of seafood restaurants I think. We always got crabs on newspaper

    Crochet lady
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I grew up in DC and in the summer we would drive to Baltimore to meet our cousins and we would always get crabs, while the table was always lined with newspaper for the mess, the food was actually served in baskets. I wouldn't want my food served on paper, yuck.

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    Iggy
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chip shops still serve everything in paper. It's usually specific paper and without print, though.

    Vicky Z
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I should do this at home cause i hate washing the dishes

    Samantha PandaNotBored
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at the state of that fish , looks like an old boot. I bet it tastes that way also .

    jjdubs W
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate to break it to you, but it used to come wrapped in newspaper, in England. NOT kidding.

    Bardhi's Dad
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing wrong with this. I have been in many places all around in Europe, for example in Thessaloniki, when you can eat delicious fish and chips served on paper

    Tee Witt
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are not chips, they are crisps. Fish does not look that good either.

    Dav Carro-Ripalda
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fish and.chips always come on paper. Ask on any fish and chips shop, and see what you get. Should it be different on a restaurant? What i do not understand is why do you ask for fish and chips in a restaurant.

    Mae Mosse
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fish and crisps!! That is weird as heck. The paper I’m not worried about we eat normal Fish & chips out of paper all the time. But crisps are just not right

    LAWLAWLAW
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is not Fish and Chips, that is Fish and Crisps. If you are culturally appropriating my country's food CHIPS ARE CHIPS NOT CRISPS. Now I need a cup of tea and a hob k**b to calm down. Aaaaarrrrrghhh

    LAWLAWLAW
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And don't you **** my biscuit choice. H O B K N O B S . H O B K N O B S. H O B K N O B S

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    Billy Maguire
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Back in the day, I always got my Fish 'n Chips wrapped in a double sheet of newspaper

    Cathy Carey
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This seems ok to me, especially if the paper soaks up all of the grease.

    michelle neugebauer
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one I wouldn't mind, being Australian and as a child we always have fish and chips wrapped in newspaper!

    Megzymonsta
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fish and chips always taste better eaten out or paper and it isn't so much eccentric than traditional. Also those are not chips, I would be so disappointed if my chips looked like that

    Ryan Deschanel
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "They do it in the street, why would I do anything differently inside?"

    Mya Lugar
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's clever and sanitary, and few dishes to clean. I like it!

    Louise Stange-Wahl
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I admit, I have seen this before...pretty small portions...READ ALL ABOUT IT! LOL!

    cybermerlin2000
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can see what they were aiming for, but they should have a square of greaseproof paper under the food too if they are going for the 'Chip Shop Take Away' style

    Donna Thompson
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What on earth? A pathetic tiny excuse for a fish & who the heck has fish & crisps as a meal anywhere, let alone ordered at a restaurant? Bonkers, time for a refund!

    Donna Thompson
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The paper doesn't bother me particularly btw - as others have said, fish & chips comes in paper in the UK anyway so we're used to that. Though I'd expect plates when eating out, we can see they do own some, the side dish is served on one!

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    Sarah
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There was a barbecue restaurant in Muskogee, Oklahoma called Slick's that served all their food on paper. He was a rather crabby, skinny old Black man (fun to watch him yell at the staff) and their ribs were so good people would drive great distances to eat in that cramped little restaurant. Best ribs I've ever tasted.

    Alex Hall
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yes...except, those aren't chips...they are maybe crisps? but that's being generous.

    Farid Red
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    save money on dishwasher, but a mountain of garbage in landfill.

    Gwen Parker
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just kinda gross how you can see a huge grease stain right under the paper on the tablecloth. Doesn't look too hygienic to me -_-

    Sandra Givens
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you get actual British fish and chips, they are often served on or wrapped in paper, so this isn't all that weird.

    Daniel Marsh
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's actually an old sea-side tradition... someone's only being playful by making it look like plates.

    Amy Smith
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chippies serve on newspaper quite frequently. Can't say I've ever had eat in fish and chips on paper though, quite like the idea.

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    #29

    Charcoal Waffle Eggs Benedict On A Shovel In Barcelona

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    Coleonema
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And when your done, you can take the shovel and whack whoever thought this was a good idea

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    #30

    This Is Not How I Want My Biriyani To Be Served!

    This Is Not How I Want My Biriyani To Be Served!

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    #32

    “Siri, It’s International Gin And Tonic Day. Show Me The Worst Ways Gin And Tonic Has Ever Been Served.”

    “Siri, It’s International Gin And Tonic Day. Show Me The Worst Ways Gin And Tonic Has Ever Been Served.”

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    JennyLaRue
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I've been here and I was so confused as to why anyone thought putting a glass in a shoe would enhance the experience.

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    #33

    From A Restaurant In Munich, Germany

    From A Restaurant In Munich, Germany

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    Blood Pancakes In A Mask...

    Blood Pancakes In A Mask...

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    SunofSpringtime
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because this world needs more trash? It infuriates me that they're throwing away perfectly good masks.

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    #35

    “Chef, I’ve Defrosted The Freezer And Put Out The Recycling.”“That’s It!”“Chef?”“I’ve Had An Idea For The Red Bull Sorbet.”

    “Chef, I’ve Defrosted The Freezer And Put Out The Recycling.”“That’s It!”“Chef?”“I’ve Had An Idea For The Red Bull Sorbet.”

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    #36

    Served In An Ashtray

    Served In An Ashtray

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    #37

    "Would You Like Some Bread While You Wait?""I'm Forty-Eight Years Old."

    "Would You Like Some Bread While You Wait?""I'm Forty-Eight Years Old."

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    N G
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So? Lego's good for ages up to 99. This is a bit daft, I'd be deconstructing the bread basket and forgetting to eat.

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    #38

    Nothing Says Love Like This Hogs And Kisses Bouquet!

    Nothing Says Love Like This Hogs And Kisses Bouquet!

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    troufaki13
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer food to cut flowers. I also prefer plants and flowers in a pot that will last longer with proper care.

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    #39

    Parsnip, Sprout And Swede Wellington, Served On An Afro Comb. As You Do

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    #40

    “Sausage And Mash, Please.”“Pint?”“Just A Half, I’m Driving.”

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    Sleazy Weaver
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Despite the weird presentation, those sausages look amazing.

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    #41

    At A 2 Michelin Starred Restaurant

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    #42

    This Pizza Being Served On A Slice Of Tree

    This Pizza Being Served On A Slice Of Tree

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    Gabby M
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh, wooden boards were trees once. As long as it's clean, it's kind of cool.

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    #43

    Whats Up With All Of This Food On Your Hand Trend?

    Whats Up With All Of This Food On Your Hand Trend?

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    My Friend Sent This To Put On Reddit, Located In Indonesia

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    Jimmy Mac's Campfire Chicken Sandwich On A Hubcap. Complimentary Chefs Hair Under The Chicken

    Jimmy Mac's Campfire Chicken Sandwich On A Hubcap. Complimentary Chefs Hair Under The Chicken

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    #49

    I Didn’t Get A Plate But At Least My Steak Will Be Vaccinated

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    Casual Shovel Dinner

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    Found This Gem On Facebook

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    SunofSpringtime
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is definitely smarter than most of the others. Using glass bottles that otherwise will be thrown out to landfill. Some companies clean and reshaped glass bottles to be used as plates, drinking glass or coaster (one of them is instagram.com/ffrash_designs > they're now closed tho).

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    #52

    Technically There Is A Plate...

    Technically There Is A Plate...

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    Michael Sanders
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excuse me sir I don’t have a napkin. It’s right there. Here? Yeah there. You mean the napkin with a piece of food already sitting on it? Yes. Heard.

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    #53

    Restaurant In My Area Serving Food In Lunch Boxes

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    My Seaweed Salad Is Apparently A Cocktail Now

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    #55

    Cocktails In The Wild... Manhattan Served On A Rock With A Side Of Dirt And Pine Cone

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    #56

    Three Small Plates Pls

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    #57

    Want A Fishbowl Cocktail But Still Remain Classy? I Present To You, Suitcasebowl

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    M O'Connell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The "suitcase" is probably filled with ice to keep it at the proper serving temperature, which is why it's in a steam table pan.

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    #59

    How About A Refreshing Cup Of Caesar?

    How About A Refreshing Cup Of Caesar?

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    #60

    All Day Breakfast Served On A Tile, And Soup In A Mug

    All Day Breakfast Served On A Tile, And Soup In A Mug

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    N G
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Soup in a mug is a thing - Cup-a-soup! Not for restaurants though, it should be limited to students and office workers who are pulling an overnighter

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    #61

    My Smoked Tuna Tataki Came In A Jar

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    #63

    Steak Which You Cook On A Concrete Brick

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    N G
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A concrete brick? I've seen it done on marble and cast iron skillets, but concrete?

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    #64

    I Wouldn’t Even Want To Reach The Fried Rice At That Point

    I Wouldn’t Even Want To Reach The Fried Rice At That Point

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    Wistiti
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know what this is but it tickles my gag reflex.

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    #65

    Onion Soup In An Onion Bowl

    Onion Soup In An Onion Bowl

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    Sanne H.
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually functional and adds to the taste of the soup. Reminds me of this fast food chain in Moldova (Andy’s or something?) where they serve soup - any soup - in a hollowed bread.

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