I’m not a vegetarian, but I share a similar pet peeve- simply because I hate cheese. (And no, I am not lactose intolerant- I even take it off of pizza) My peeve is that many times I will order something (especially a...

I can’t understand why restaurants insist on refrigerating tomatoes. The first time I went to Naples I had a caprese salad which brought tears to my eyes. The room temperature tomatoes were bursting with flavor, the olive...

what tables and how to use the register/order system that is the end of it. My pet peeve is with the bartenders and I’ve noticed this in every state (my only time in NY was a fly in, present, fly out), always watch the front...

This is a very late posting, but I’ve just discovered Chowhounds thanks to Calvin Trillin. Pet peeve for me is having a server start to tell us about the specials before offering and presenting a drink. I want to relax when...

Ok, all you experienced restaurant diners. You’ve been around the block. Given your long experience, what are your pet restaurant peeves? We’ve all got 'em, no matter how or where you dine. There may well be all sorts...

I am stumped as to why supermarkets intentionally package their food so that it will go bad faster, sometimes right on the shelves. I’m talking about packaging potatoes in clear plastic, so they go green and sprout and...

i’ve read the relevant threads but am looking for further sicily places to eat and stay also recommendations on naples and the amalfi coast.anybody ever stay in a two star in Amalfi called Hotel Sole? thanks

I eat out alone a lot, too, and I agree that “Only one” is right at the top of my pet peeve list. I actually reprimanded a hostess once who had said that in a particularly obnoxious way. On the other hand, I...

In the New York Times Magazine this week: dog food, your food, and the importance of stain-free stools.

I had the fried catfish "pet, pet" at Dok Bua yesterday. My mouth was on fire! My goodness, some of you Chowhounders must have tongues of steel! Perfect for this freezing weather we are having. I could only eat a quarter of of if...

my pet peeve which is similar is the lack of butter knives. I do not want to use a huge dinner knife to butter my roll and then re use it on the main dish plus a regular knife is too big.

This is not a direct answer but this hotel called the Barefoot Mailman in Ocean City is Pet Friendly. If you email or call them bet they could answer all your questions about dogs and outdoor bars for your journey....

The former pet shop near Steve’s C-Town on 9th Street is going to be a restaurant. Anyone know what kind or who’s behind it?

Can anyone explain why so many sandwich places insist on drowning all their sandwiches in “everything” - which usually includes lettuce, tomato, onion, mustard, and mayo – even for sandwiches whose ingredients...

It’s not a big deal, and doesn’t impact how I use the boards, but it does set my teeth on edge every time I select “Your unread posts.” All the other pronouns on the board look at it from the...