dining out

Separate Checks (MM #4355)

My wife and I have been together for a long time. And there’s one strange issue we’ve been dealing with since we started dating. Sometimes, when dining out, the waitress asks if we want separate checks when it’s time to pay. It doesn’t happen every time, but it happens more than my wife would like….

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Quick Meal (MM #4318)

Over the weekend, my wife and I were looking to grab a quick meal. But, we found that one of our favorite restaurants had closed over the holidays. I’m not surprised. Finding a restaurant that isn’t a big chain or doesn’t serve fast food is getting hard to find. The locally owned place is now…

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Smaller Portions (MM #4255)

If you’ve dined out recently, you’ve likely noticed a few changes. At many restaurants, the service isn’t as good as it used to be. And the prices have gone up, too. But some establishments have held off on raising the prices; instead, they have reduced the portion sizes. For some, that’s not a big deal….

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Only In America (MM #3638)

People from around the world have often said that Americans have a unique view of the world. We don’t think and act like people in Europe, Asia, or any other continent. And there are some things, customs if you will, that happen only in America…  

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Dining Out (MM #3449)

My wife and I used to love dining out. Years ago, we used to eat at restaurants all the time. Of course, COVID-19 really changed that for all of us. While some restaurants are open, it’s not the same for many people. Even us…

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Taste Better (MM #2573)

Some people prefer dining out more than home cooking.  Of course, I love both.  But I’ve always felt that some foods taste better served at a restaurant…

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More About Dinner (MM #1263)

Yesterday I discussed my frustration with meal choices while dieting. Today, dinner issues continue even without dieting…

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Good Eats (MM #1120)

We all have a differing opinions on food. Everyone’s palate is unique. What’s good to eat for one person might not be the same for someone else. I’ve really noticed this lately when it comes to dining out…

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Avoiding Red Ink (MM #207)

Those of us who own businesses always want to stay away from red ink.  But that’s not the red ink I’m talking about today…

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