Ask Dev

Dev the Dining Devil Dev the Dining Devil answers questions about dining in restaurants.

Poor Tipper

October 12, 2007 Ask Dev

Hey Dev, My boyfriend is a tightwad. He insists on paying 12% for a tip, regardless of the quality of service. What amount do you think is sufficient? – Jen Dear Jen, Servers have a tough job. They have to keep up with constant demands from multiple tables, deal with the kitchen, bite their tongues [...]

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Steak Preparation

September 11, 2007 Ask Dev

Hey Dev, I like my steak prepared medium-well. All too often, however, I receive it overcooked and dry. I hate to go through the trouble of ordering it undercooked and rare. What do you suggest? – Chad Where I live, everything is on the crispy side, if you know what I mean. Personally, I’m a [...]

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What Fork To Use?

July 11, 2007 Ask Dev

Hey Dev, My partner and I have a disagreement and a bet riding on the outcome. He says etiquette dictates that the fork closest to the plate is the one to use first; I think it’s the one farthest out. What say you? – Jack Dear Jack, You win the bet.  Even in Hell, etiquette [...]

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