that drives me cuckoo

I could be worse than some though because I eat very little so I see it more.

they don't take the hint when your not interested either and you couldn't be any clearer while being polite

thank **** for the block button

I don't even look at their plate
They don't mind taking from your plate
Lol very weird

you ever go out on a date with a guy that tries to order for you? acts like he knows what you like and what is good on menu.


or a guy that reaches over and tries your food without asking?

That's why they give you those extra forks at them fancy restaurants.....stab.....my food buster.

Oh my
No way
It will be if looks could kill situation
Especially when I am paying for it.
If that doesn't work then he can wear it
Be the best money I have spent. Lol

LOL this is a pet peeve with both of my sons and so many men I have talked to.

Drives them crazy on a DATE.

They told me often they taken a gal out and "most are too unschooled to allow their HOST to order for them, and order what ever they want; often the most expensive he-man size thing on the menu, order an alcoholic drink which they shot gun down, and other extras, change their mind when the man starts to order or even "suggests" they should order something like the food police or they haven't been weaned, nag the waitress to death so you wonder if your going to get their food with spit in it, want a doggie bag, because they are too "full", then pout if you don't order dessert for both, which they want to sample like some ferrel alley cat thinking sticking their fingers in your food is sexy; not. And they have the nerve often to take all or part of the tip. Or say something ignorant like they want to pay for their own because they are not on the menu. LOL; presuming they are when all they want to do is stare at their plate and hope as few people as possible see them out together. Guarantee you if a guy is hunching over his plate it is NOT a good sign he is having a good time.

cos we like to do the job properly :)

is sexism the new racism now then? only one way

you'd all be crying into your knitting patterns if this was about females

1st of all this thread was started by a ....uh....man not a woman
secondly, I didn't notice any ball busting going on
but most that has been said was tongue in cheek and meant in humor

though if ya got an issue with one particular poster or one response than by all means point it out brutha

No I wouldn't be crying be more like laughing

I have noticed guys can be more sensitive which is a good thing
Why is that?
Are females too hard core?

Contrary to popular belief if a Gentleman tries to order for you he has more than likely has some training that he is SUPPOSE to. Many men have had such decorum taught to them by their parents, the military, or their employers.

Good manners dictate that for a first date you are suppose to take your guest someplace you know and can assure them a pleasant experience. If a lady would like to suggest that something looks enticing or she has some unknown "limit" she should tell her host discreetly so he can provide the optimum meal he can afford or quietly leave it on her plate without explanations or most especially negative remarks. Generally speaking a date should know if you are amicable to the fare being offered in the establishment. And; unless offered to order what pleases you, a guest should accept what they are provided. It is certainly a sign of gratitude and appreciation for being taken for a meal. A very good reason for accepting dates to places you also know so it is easy to "guide" your host to knowledge of your preferences.

A host should not test your food, with out asking, but it is not unheard of, because it is the Host's responsibility to provide a meal that is not tainted. While many "guests" over look the good manners responsibility to allow the host the first sip the first bite it is also the responsibility of the guest to "report" usually with a clear thank you and compliment to the chef which is indirectly your host. These social graces offer everyone and opportunity to not appear to be simply looking for someone to provide the cost of the meal but to accept the gift of the date as the compliment it is suppose to be.

I am a feminist and don't see good manners as and insult.

So THAT'S what did it. Well, there's one mystery solved.

hmmmm if I have a question about something on the menu or want to know what is good I will ask the person I am with or ask the waiter to recommend something. If it is really wonderful I will offer the person I am with a taste.

If he gets it into his head to order for me without my permission? Nope not acceptable to me. If he reaches over and touches my food? We will have a discussion but I seriously doubt it will be over good manners


but to each their own

i know it a tongue in cheek humour, as was my reply sista

not hardcore, just bullies

Ooooooo what ever!


I bet you are pleased you are on the other side of the world not the other side of the room.


I think its nice to be sensitive it shows he cares and you feel loved

Too much of it can be sickening
They need to harden up

Just saying

^5 on the bullies comment. And they wonder why they get ditched?

The "idea" that being a Biotch is sexy or will be tolerated for ever is a myth. Seen way too many times men had it up to their ears for years and when the straw that breaks the camels back "it" falls apart and most don't even see it coming.