Some Say This Dining Habit Is The Rudest Ever
My Mom always said: “Don’t talk with your mouth full.” I always thought that might be the rudest dining habit – talking with your mouth full. Who wants to see what I’m chewing on, right?
Well, some people are now saying there is a dining habit that may be worse. According to an article written by Thomas P. Farley and posted on Today.com, some people are saying that “Invidious Comparison Eating,” or “I.C.E.,” is an even worse thing to do at the dinner table.
So, what the heck is “Invidious Comparison Eating?” You have probably witnessed it, been a victim of it, or maybe even been guilty of it. We just didn’t know it had a complicated name and acronym. According to Farley’s article, it is basically when someone tells you what would make your dish, your recipe, or whatever you are eating, better than it currently is. It is “one-upmanship.”
For example, you spend your afternoon whipping up a delicious dinner for a small group of friends. Two of your three guests compliment you on your cooking and tell you how much they are enjoying it. Instead of joining in on the kudos for your kitchen skills, your third guest tells you that if you swapped out one ingredient for another one, the dish would have been even better. Not exactly mean, but definitely not a compliment.
Farley quotes HuffPost as exclaiming that this behavior is “one of the rudest dining habits ever.” Now, I have had this happen to me, because I do love to cook. I didn’t exactly enjoy receiving the unsolicited advice, but I just said something like, “Yes, I see what you mean. I’ll try that next time.” I just let it pass. I certainly did not think it was the rudest dining habit ever.
What about passing gas at the dinner table? That’s not the rudest dining habit ever? What about double-dipping your chips in the salsa, or the celery stick in the ranch dressing? That’s pretty rude. And, it’s unsanitary! Some other rude dining habits in my opinion: chewing with your mouth open, blowing your nose at the table, spitting food out on to your plate, and yes, Mom’s favorite, talking with your mouth full.
So, in my opinion, keep the criticisms coming, but keep them to yourself if you have just taken another bite of that food that would have been better if….
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Larry Martino is the long-time Afternoon Drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC.
Dinner In Space; Explore The All-New Galactic Dining Experience
Disney Resort has an all-new dining experience called Space 220 Restaurant. And before you get too excited, we are not going to the real outer space but we are going to the next best thing!
Imagine Enjoying Dinner In Space
This out-of-this-world adventure resides in World Discovery at EPCOT, located in Bay Lake, Florida. Hang on tight as you travel Mission: SPACE Pavilion past the milky way while eating a tasty meal.
This new stellar eatery showcases breath taking 360 degree views from the space station. Guests will get to see Plant Earth from outer space in daytime and nighttime. So how does it work? We’re glad you asked.
Travelers of all ages will enter the space elevator that shoots them into space. Make sure to check out the viewports as your elevator soars sky high to enjoy beautiful birds-eye views of EPCOT. The dining experience shows Planet Earth from 220 miles up!
The menu is modern American with two dining options to choose from including a two course meal for lunch or a three course meal for dinner. The price point isn’t cheap but worth it.
Dinner In Space Menus
Lunch menu is $55 per adult which includes a Lift-Off Appetizer and a Star Course Entrée.
- Popular Lift-Offs include:
- Neptuna Nicoise: Diced Yellow Fin Tuna, Haricot Verts, Cherry Tomatoes, Potatoes, Olives, Balsamic Reduction
- Popular Star Course Include:
- Gemini Burger: Signature Beef Blend, White Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Shredded Lettuce, Tomatoes, Fried Potato Wedges, Sriracha Aioli
Dinner menu is $79 per adult which includes a Lift-Off Appetizer, a Star Course Entrée and a Supernova Sweets Dessert.
- Popular Lift-Offs include:
- Blue Moon Cauliflower: Temperura Fried Cauliflower, Housemade Hot Sauce, Blue Cheese Dust
- Scallop Ravioli: Diver Scallops, Thyme, Chardonnay Sauce, Black Truffle Pearls
- Popular Star Courses Include:
- Slow Roatation Zero-G Short Rib: Braised Short Rib, Cheddar Grits, Bacon, Rainbow Carrots, Brussels Sprouts
- Galactic Miso Salmon: Miso Glazed Salmon, Glazed Rainbow Carrots, Edamame, Celeriac Puree
- Popular Supernova Sweets Include:
- Chocolate Cheesecake: Whipped Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Sauce, White Chocolate Crunchy Pearls, Cookie Crumbs, Dark Chocolate Shards
- Peanut Caramel Comet: Vanilla Tart, Candied Peanuts, Caramel Popcorn, White Chocolate Cream
Children’s dining menu costs $29 for lunch and dinner. The menu has a vast selection of Atmospheric Spirtis, Crew Brews and Wordly Wines.
No matter what you order we are sure it will make your taste buds rotate round and round.
It is important to note that guests will need a confirmed dining reservation. You can find out more details on Disney‘s website HERE.
We know dining in space would be remarkable but unfortunately mankind hasn’t figured out how to do that yet. So until then, this Disney interactive space restaurant will have to do.
Larry Martino has been the afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ since 2007. He is also Music Director and Assistant Program Director. He’s been a professional radio broadcaster since 1980, serving as on-air talent, Program Director, and Music Director during his career. As a content creator for 96.3 KKLZ, Larry specializes in writing articles about music, recording artists, movies, food/restaurants, and hockey.
