Lurong Living has recently announced its 3rd annual Paleo Challenge for 2014. In an effort to keep sharing some bits of knowledge and habits for any readers who may decide to take the headfirst dive into strict paleo, I’ll try to boost the content of my newest ‘Travel Hacks’ section in the coming month or two.

As someone who’s eaten far too many meals in restaurants over the past year, here’s an easy step for paleo beginners to take when out to dinner: HOLD the dressing!

Say goodbye to the soggy lettuce so commonly served on tossed salads. Dressing on the side, please – EVOO & vinegar if and when it is at all possible!

You know you shouldn’t dress your salad with it WHEN… it’s opaque.