Wednesday, October 24, 2007

Etiquette Question #1

Is it okay to ask an acquaintance or a friend at a restaurant for a taste of something they ordered?

Earlier this month I was with a group of friends at a restaurant. One ordered a drink I had never tried. Throughout the meal I kept eying the drink, toying with the idea of asking him if I could take a sip. I ended up deciding against it. But could I have asked? Does the fact that something is a beverage make a difference?

3 comments:

Melody said...

Acquantence no, friend yes.

Maybe even sometimes the acquantence, but not if you've just met.

Beautifully Profound said...

Germs. Unless it's a family member or your hubby/boyfriend. Other wise just remember meningitous, mono, and cold sores.

Emily said...

Good points. I think I have decided that if I want someone's food, I should be good friends with them. If I want their drink, really good friends.