It is very common for humans to adjust their judgements to meet expectations. In the area of taste judgement label bias in wine tastings has been demonstrated numerous times. Here is a study (http (11 replies, last updated by bear August 28, 2009)

In 1861 my great great grandfather joined the confederate army in new orleans and Antoines was already 21 years old that blows my mind. If Antoines went out of business it would be a horrible terrible thing for new orleans.... (55 replies, last updated by kukubura September 4, 2009)

Same here. I first use opentable to check what’s available. There are just so many great choices on opentable that it’s rare that I have to pick up the phone! I’ve also never noticed any opentable bias. (58 replies, last updated by psb June 18, 2007)

Someone brought a box of pastries to the office yesterday in a plain white box. The contents included danishes, chocolate croissants, cinnamon twists, and various others. I tried a twisted pastry that had toasted pecans and... (17 replies, last updated by Janet from Richmond May 13, 2008)

I’ve voiced my opinion of Blue Bottle’s roasts before, but out of a sense of fairness (and an inveterate curiosity) I decided to check out the new cafe and the $20,000 made-in-Japan Buck Rogers coffee brewer to see... (25 replies, last updated by twocents March 16, 2008)

Second recommendation for John Bentleys. My bias against Chantilly has to do with the atmosphere and service (nice but a little stiff) and the rather unimaginative menu. (2 replies, last updated by brokergal June 21, 2007)

I am diehard chow, maybe the site should start its own star rating for the city restaurant in reply to the food critics whom we have come believe as biased. Can it be done. (0 replies, last updated by eatinnyc May 10, 2003)

hey just went to the new mercury at Main and Gerrard (across the street from the fade in cafe). I feel obligated to mention it on here because this place has amazing espresso and the beaches desperately needs it. Ill be super sad... (1 reply, last updated by cherrypicker1972 June 12, 2008)

Which do you prefer for Turkish food in the Murray Hill area? I am personally biased towards Turkish Kitchen even though it is slightly more expensive. Based on my experience Ali Baba frequently runs out of the more popular... (0 replies, last updated by noot May 2, 2007)

I’ve only stopped in for a drink or two but I was wondering if the food on the menu was good. A cute guy that worked there recommended it, but he is a bit of a biased source. =) (2 replies, last updated by lileor September 25, 2005)

Just picked up a London Broil. Its been a while since I cooked one, usually grill it to medium rare & cut it on the bias. Are there any good recipes you know of, grilling or otherwise? Since this is a tough cut of meat, is... (0 replies, last updated by Jibe January 17, 2005)

We are going to the theatre tonight(yes i know short notice)and would like advice on some place close by to eat.Nothing too formal-but not too casual either.No cultural bias-anything good. (0 replies, last updated by Strep March 1, 2002)

Always go to Kang Suh for this but I’d be interested to hear about other places that also use wood coals for Korean barbecue. Unfortunately, the marinade at Kang Suh is inconsistent but I can’t get around my bias for... (0 replies, last updated by Steve Zang April 11, 2000)

Le Refuge, 82nd bet. Lex and 3rd. Very pleasant French bistro, it’s a neighborhood place, the room is very pleasant and not noisy at all. The food is quite good. I may be bias because my first date with my husband was... (6 replies, last updated by Etcetera January 9, 2007)

grease." I’m a ‘no beans’ chili cook (chili snob if you prefer). I do like frijoles refritos as a side dish. The ChiliDude from Southeastern PA has spoken! *gender bias (1 reply, last updated by Aaron June 5, 2006)