I was thinking of this as I went out with one of my friends for lunch yesterday what our food habits say about us. And also what we expect in restaurants and cafes.
Sorry for those who may still be in lockdown and actually can't get out and about to places! So think back to when you did go out for lunch or dinner.
My friend is really into cooking and her food. But its kinda makes her quite fussy about where she goes, and if the service is bad, we won't go there again. If the hosts are christian, you can tell the difference in subtle ways because hospitality is important to God.
Sometimes you just have no time for a long lunch. The parking meter is ticking...and your tummy is growling. That's why people like fast food. Or order from the cabinet. No waiting around.
Also, you've made up your mind what you want and it costs under $10 and you can take it away and sit under a tree and eat it.
But other places were you might pay extra money...if the kids have to wait for longer than 15 minutes and there's nothing to do but sit...there's only so much chit-chatting you can do. This is why appetisers/entrees are good. Preferably free! Or maybe a drink or water or at least something...to whet one's appetite.
Menus. If menus are too complicated or in foreign languages and not translated that's a bit off-putting. I like menus with pictures!
Noisy music. Why cafes and restaurants want everyone to go deaf by blasting rock music at full volume I have no idea. Sure the chefs in the kitchen might like it but some people want to hear each other converse.
Portion size - some people prefer to share their meals, but this is usually discussed at the beginning if it isn't obvious. There's nothing worse than ordering something that you can't finish and not being allowed to take a doggy bag or something and it just gets wasted.
Happy waiters/waitresses. They need to know their food.
I think it's fun to go out for lunch or dinner. Or do you think it's a drag? Maybe you've got dietary requirements and can never find anything to eat!
I think the worst thing is being really hungry, going out for lunch and not finding anywhere that's got any decent food or it's way too expensive. Of course you can make your own lunch beforehand, but sometimes you want something a bit more substantial than a bread and peanut butter sandwich and water. lol
Sorry for those who may still be in lockdown and actually can't get out and about to places! So think back to when you did go out for lunch or dinner.
My friend is really into cooking and her food. But its kinda makes her quite fussy about where she goes, and if the service is bad, we won't go there again. If the hosts are christian, you can tell the difference in subtle ways because hospitality is important to God.
Sometimes you just have no time for a long lunch. The parking meter is ticking...and your tummy is growling. That's why people like fast food. Or order from the cabinet. No waiting around.
Also, you've made up your mind what you want and it costs under $10 and you can take it away and sit under a tree and eat it.
But other places were you might pay extra money...if the kids have to wait for longer than 15 minutes and there's nothing to do but sit...there's only so much chit-chatting you can do. This is why appetisers/entrees are good. Preferably free! Or maybe a drink or water or at least something...to whet one's appetite.
Menus. If menus are too complicated or in foreign languages and not translated that's a bit off-putting. I like menus with pictures!
Noisy music. Why cafes and restaurants want everyone to go deaf by blasting rock music at full volume I have no idea. Sure the chefs in the kitchen might like it but some people want to hear each other converse.
Portion size - some people prefer to share their meals, but this is usually discussed at the beginning if it isn't obvious. There's nothing worse than ordering something that you can't finish and not being allowed to take a doggy bag or something and it just gets wasted.
Happy waiters/waitresses. They need to know their food.
I think it's fun to go out for lunch or dinner. Or do you think it's a drag? Maybe you've got dietary requirements and can never find anything to eat!
I think the worst thing is being really hungry, going out for lunch and not finding anywhere that's got any decent food or it's way too expensive. Of course you can make your own lunch beforehand, but sometimes you want something a bit more substantial than a bread and peanut butter sandwich and water. lol