Non-Stories

Below are blog posts from the administrator. Embedded videos in some of the pieces are no longer available. The posts are archived since only stories and commentaries are now posted on the website.

Poor Tipper

October 12, 2007

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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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Food Prep Footwork

October 12, 2007

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View a news clip about garlic being crushed by a restaurant employee – with his foot!

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Underwater Dinner Party

September 30, 2007

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In 2007, 500 people set the Guiness world record for the largest underwater formal dinner party. The 3 course meal was served in a swimming pool in Acton, England. More than likely the dinner conversation was kept to a minimum. Hopefully the taste of the wine shown being poured in the video below wasn’t affected […]

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Steak Preparation

September 11, 2007

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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

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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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