Most people think that getting a free decent meal is more of a daytime reverie in this day and age. Far from it; there are a couple of ways to get free food and get fully satisfied while at it. You just have to know where to go and what to do once you get there. Of course some of the tactics mentioned here fringe on being unorthodox but some are pretty decent ways to eat for free.
1Making the Most of Grocery Store Samples
Many of the big supermarket establishments around make use of free sample displays to highlight the array of foods and delicacies they have to offer. Walking around such stores and requesting these free samples is a sure way to get free food that is almost always finger-licking good. The various stands are manned by personnel whose job it is to ensure that the foods they are responsible for are well-promoted in the market. As such, they will not mind if you actually love their stuff so much that you ask for a second helping.
2Maintaining an Eatery’s Website
This is another effective way to get free food and remain decent while at it. The fact that an eatery’s management seldom has the time to keep their website updated presents a feasible opportunity to get a classy gratis meal say once a week. All you have to do, if you possess the requisite skill, is convince the management to assign you the task. The fun thing about this strategy is that you can replicate it for two or three similar establishments.
3Eat for Free in College by Attending Fraternity or Sorority Rush
Taking part in a fraternity or sorority rush does not require joining a house as a prerequisite. All and sundry are allowed to venture to the multiple fraternity and sorority houses on a campus and get a fill from the free food made available virtually every day of the week. This can be a most useful way to get your tummy filled daily even as your wallet remains empty.
4Working at an Eatery
This article’s intention is actually to describe the ways one can eat for free, i.e., without spending a dime of your money. Working at an eatery is still a spot-on tactic for doing this and actually getting paid to do so; it is a win-win situation if you look at it this way. Regardless of whether you are based in the kitchen or waiting on tables, you are assured of getting that free meal across the day – a meal whose portions and helpings are second to none.
5Attending Church Functions
This is another great way to get a free meal simply because churches take delight in feeding their congregations every once in a while. It is really simple – just take note of when the next free lunch occasion will be held and ensure that you are present on the material day. You also don’t have to go alone; take a friend or two along for the company. If you are one of those whose conscience has the tendency to nag then you can opt to work for the free meal. Simply ask for an opportunity to volunteer your services for the occasion and when it’s over you can sit and tuck into your free deserved meal.
6Visiting Art Openings
This is a tactic that will help you kill two birds with a single stone, if you are an art enthusiast. All decent art openings, including new exhibitions and gallery openings, cannot really be complete without some form of fare, mostly cheese and wine and a couple of other treats. Just flip through the notice pages or browse about the local art scene to stay abreast of the dates when different art events will be hosted and where this will be done.
7Ordering Online Samples
To entice you to try out their foods and beverages, many food companies have a practice of offering free samples. Get online and search for such companies; select the free food samples that tickle your fancy and order. The beauty about this tactic is that there are so many companies out there; you can virtually get free food that is relevant for all the meals spread across the day...and dessert! It is an easy way to feed the whole family.
8Venturing to the Soup Kitchens
This is a strategy that is most applicable for those of us whose high morals count for less when the belly is grumbling. Again, soup kitchens are not the exact picture of an appealing meal venue but you just never know when your luck may strike; you just may be present on a day when a very decent meal is available.
