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You’re using Chinese takeout boxes totally wrong

By Sarah Kliff, Published: January 31, 2013 at 12:55 pmE-mail the writer

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FoodBeast, the blog that blew our minds by showing us the best way to use those tiny ketchup cups, brings its expertise to the familiar carryout container:

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