Servers are paid based on a tipping system. The better service they provide, the more tips they receive. Now, spending at least 18% on tips is acceptable, and 20-22% is considered a generous tip. If you feel like your waiter deserves more, don’t shy away from paying more. However, if you thought that service was not up to par and you don’t want to tip, consider talking to a superior about it. It seems rude not to leave a tip, even if the service was not good. And it’s always better to talk it out instead of having something unwanted in your next coffee.

A good rule of thumb is rounding off your total for a 20% tip, double the amount and add one decimal point. For illustration, if your bill comes up to be $35.84, round off to $36, then double it, which is $72. Add a decimal point by moving one place from the left, making it $7.2. Hence, for a $36 bill, you can tip your server $7.2 or more. You can even download a tipping app to do your work and pay the amount.

Waiting tables is one of the most challenging jobs in the US, and servers survive through tips only. They are being paid a minimal amount of $2.13 an hour, making it harder to fulfill their basic needs. Some servers actually pool their tipping to support other staff members or bartenders. It is done in many restaurants to ensure that the servers make at least the bare minimum amount. When it comes to tipping, there are people relying on them. You can always speak your heart out if you don’t like the service because your opinion matters. But do it politely so you don’t offend anybody. The next time you go out, appreciate your server and make them happy by tipping rightfully.

Easter is a holiday that usually brings friends, families, and food together. Even though the coronavirus pandemic means that fewer families will be able to celebrate together, food is still here to bring the holiday cheer!

Everyone can participate in the seasonal fun by trying out a delicious, easy, and no-bake recipe. This recipe for 3-ingredient chocolate truffles is ideal, and it only takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Not only are these truffles perfect to indulge in on Easter Sunday, but they’re also full of healthy fats and protein. The star ingredient is grass-fed collagen + that is mixed in with the chocolate. The collagen powder supports strong hair and nails. It also contains vitamins C and E. If you don’t have collagen powder, you can substitute it with protein powder.

Here’s how to make them:

Ingredients for Chocolate Truffles

• ½ Cup of Dark Chocolate (80% is ideal) – the chocolate should be melted
• 2 Scoops of Grass-fed Collagen +
• ½ of an Avocado
• (Optional) ⅓ Cup of Cocoa (for dusting)
• (Optional Toppings) Crushed Peppermint Bark, Walnut Pieces, Sea Salt, Cacao Nibs, Coconut Shreds

Preparation

1. In a double boiler or in the microwave, melt the dark chocolate and set aside.
2. Remove the skin of the avocado, and using a food processor, process the avocado until it is smooth.
3. Add in the melted chocolate to the food processor along with the collagen and process the mixture until it is well combined – about 30 to 45 seconds.
4. Remove the mixture from the food processor, and place it in the fridge for 30 minutes in order to form a hard mixture
5. Once the 30 minutes have passed, remove the mixture from the refrigerator and use ½ to ¾ tablespoon of the mixture to form balls.
6. At this point, the truffles are done, but you can roll the chocolate balls in the optional cocoa dusting and add any desired toppings.
7. Store the truffles in the fridge until you are ready to eat them!