'food To Share' At Restaurants

[hc4361]

I hate it!
I want my own food on my own plate, thank you very much. When did this trend for sharing a pudding start?

I can understand, perhaps, a mixture of finger food so each can have a taste of different things but share one pudding in one bowl? Never.

[diddlydo]

I only eat out with people of my choosing and therefore I have no problem with sharing whatever plate of food with them.

[Angelanorfolk]

Food etiquitte does not seem to be taught anymore. My children were never allowed to steal from their siblings plates and I certainly didn't let them see me eat their leftovers. However there is nothing more romantic or friendly than sharing a really nice dessert with a friend/lover. A question of good manners or being close with someone?

[jd_1984]

Its something I have done. If we are out and a bit stuufed from 2 courses but just fancy something sweet to taste at the end, we share. However if I am not stuffed and want my own pud, its hands off!! But I see no harm in sharing something that you both like or having a taste of each others dish etc... its romantic in a way

[Jubz]

I often will share a pudding as by time it gets round to dessert I am too full to eat one of my own. I've never shared a main course meal though.