#dining-etiquette
#dining-etiquette

Split the tab or separate checks? Here's how to dine with a big group

"I don't drink and I should not have to subsidize others' bar bills," Oakland Park resident Mary Damiano wrote.

Dining

10 Mistakes To Avoid When Ordering Food In Japan - Tasting Table

Understanding Japanese dining etiquette is essential for a respectful and fulfilling food experience.

Dining

The One Thing Big Groups Forget To Do Before Dining At A Restaurant - Tasting Table

Large group dinners require pre-planning for smoother payment processes.

Communicating payment methods ahead of time can ease the dining experience for both patrons and servers.

Miss Manners: Did I break some rule with my high-end soup party?

Experimentation in cooking can be delightful, but expectations for a meal, especially informal ones, typically include more than one course.

Miss Manners: Is it really that weird to ask the server to pick my meal for me?

Expressing apathy towards food may come off as disdainful to those who appreciate dining.

fromThe Local France

French Phrase of the Day: Petite faim

Petite faim means 'little hunger' and usually refers to small snacks or light meals.

What The Table Condiments At A Ramen Restaurant Are Actually For (Not Your Ramen) - Tasting Table

At ramen restaurants, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil aren't meant for ramen; they're designed for gyoza, a popular dipping dish.

SF food

What Not To Do When Waiting For Your Drinks At Starbucks - Tasting Table

Good Starbucks etiquette improves experience and reduces tension for both customers and baristas.

#italian-cuisine

fromNew York Post

Everyday cooking

I'm an Italian chef - here are the most common food mistakes tourists make in my country

Dining in Italy is a ritual, emphasizing enjoyment and patience, rather than a quick transactional meal.

NYC food

The Reason Italians Serve Their Pizza Unsliced - Tasting Table

Italian pizza emphasizes personal dining experience and proper eating etiquette, with unique presentation and preparation methods.

fromNew York Post

Everyday cooking

I'm an Italian chef - here are the most common food mistakes tourists make in my country

NYC food

The Reason Italians Serve Their Pizza Unsliced - Tasting Table

Italian pizza emphasizes personal dining experience and proper eating etiquette, with unique presentation and preparation methods.

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Miss Manners: What's the best way to dodge a fishy hug? And what if they chase me?

Maintain personal boundaries in social interactions to ensure comfort and safety.

The Bill Etiquette Rule To Follow When Ordering At A Restaurant - Tasting Table

"While there are behavior tips for restaurants from the past that are totally outdated now, there are still dining-out etiquette tips that are helpful to know..."

Dining

Travel

fromBusiness Insider

I spent 15 hours in a roomette on an overnight Amtrak train for $400. I made 4 mistakes I won't repeat on future rides.

Traveling by overnight Amtrak train can lead to mistakes, particularly regarding dining etiquette and planning for rest stops.

Miss Manners: I was called a thief for getting fizzy water without paying

Miss Manners suggests that the question about the soda water's availability should be clarified with each restaurant to ensure adherence to their policies.

Wine

13 Mistakes To Avoid At An Omakase Restaurant, According To Experts - Tasting Table

Dining omakase means letting the chef create an exceptional menu for you, focusing on etiquette and open-mindedness for a premium experience.

Miss Manners: She's declared herself the dessert boss, and the rest of us end up paying

It is polite to decline dessert when not interested, to avoid feeling pressured to contribute to shared desserts.

London food

fromwww.theguardian.com

Never ask what's for dinner' and hide food from teenagers - my essential rules for happy home dining | Emma Beddington

Dining etiquette remains contentious in the age of expensive meals, revealing differing opinions on culinary rules and companion involvement.

fromBusiness Insider

I've lived in Italy for over a year. Here are 7 things I've learned about Italian culture to be a better tourist.

Living in Italy reveals deeper cultural norms beneath the surface, including dining customs and coffee culture.

Why You're Only Supposed To Eat Caviar With This Bougie Spoon - Tasting Table

Caviar, an expensive delicacy, requires careful handling to maintain its unique flavor. Metal spoons should be avoided as they taint the taste, making mother-of-pearl spoons essential.

Food & drink

Dining

fromPsychology Today

Diners Club

Communal dining often leads to uncertainty about payment, raising the potential for conflict among diners.

Cultural norms regarding who pays can vary widely and are sometimes insufficiently clear.

Paris food

Why Salad Is Typically Eaten After Dinner In France - Tasting Table

French dining etiquette features salads served after the main course to aid digestion and refresh taste buds.

fromSFGATE

7 months ago

Why don't San Francisco restaurants have anywhere to put my bag?

Finding a place to stow your bag at a restaurant is a challenge, often leading to creative yet awkward solutions like hanging it under the bar or on a chair.

SF food

11 months ago

Miss Manners: The wedding caterer scolded me. Was I in the wrong?

It's acceptable to ask about ingredients at events, even if hosts don't inquire about dietary restrictions.

NYC food