In which section can I deduct food from my income if I work self employed

To deduct business meals on your return you will select the following:

• Business Income and Expenses
• Update or start next to business
• Edit the business you have entered
• Start next to Other Common Business Expenses
• Start next to meals
• Choose either the 50% meals or 100% meals

Meals that are 50% deductible include:

• You are attending a tradeshow or conference
• Has an actual business component such as hosting clients
• it is necessary for you to stop for substantial sleep or rest to properly perform your duties while traveling away from home on business

Meals that are 100% deductible include

• Company parties or picnics
• Daycare meals
• Meals provided to the public for promotional purposes

The 100% deduction for restaurant meals expired on January 1, 2023.