Biting off more than you can eschew?
Originally Posted by
Jenbel
I'm another who eschews tongs if I know I can pick up what I want to eat without touching anyone else's food. I really don't see why this is unhygienic
If I don't come into contact with any food but my own, then it's not a problem.
Crisps and peanuts? you either chose to eat those from a communal bowl and accept the associated risks or you don't. But don't think you'll ever get those served both communally and hygienically.
À chacun son goût.
Originally Posted by
azcoyote
The only place I've seen food samples offered are in places like Costco and Sam's Club we're there is always an attendant watching/preparing them. How sanitary can this be? Food left out and no one watching? Not only would I not take any, I wouldn't even try any for fear that's some crazy has sneezed all over them, pawed through them, or otherwise contaminated them.
Agreed. Samples such as cheese and artichoke dip are out in a couple of the nearby supermarkets we visit and I avoid them. I pick up enough germs from our own grandchildren, thanks very much.
Last edited by Fredd; May 1, 2013 at 10:26 am
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