Kayla eats her first meal at 4pm. A dietitian has plenty of thoughts

August 2, 2026 — 5:00amKayla Saito is a bar manager. The 33-year-old shares her day on a plate. Photo: Artwork by Eliza Iredale7.30am A large glass of water, a few stretches, and a quick walk with my dog.9am A decaf almond cappuccino. I’m preparing for the World Class Bartender Competition, so I’ve reduced my alcohol and espresso intake to stay focused and rested.Noon An oat matcha to keep my energy levels up through the afternoon.4pm My first meal of the day is staff lunch of grilled barramundi on mixed rice with a radicchio salad.8pm Dinner is couscous, braised tofu, mixed greens with yuzu vinaigrette, homemade pickles, zucchini and spicy purple cabbage. I have it with a glass of sparkling water and lemon.9pm I practise making a few seasonal tequila cocktails and take a sip from each.11p