We don’t even have to guess if you’ve ever been served food at someone’s home – we know you did, we all have. At the end of the day, food and its importance in social interactions is something that unites most of the cultures around the world.
At the same time, it can not only build those social bridges, but destroy them too. Especially, when the served food misses the mark – just like it did in the stories from today’s list.
Shrimp jello. Don’t wanna talk abt it. I almost cried.
Birthday party when I was like 8. The dad had made a bunch of pizzas, we were all excited when he started listing them off – tuna with pineapple, tuna with pepperoni, tuna with olives, everything tuna
My german friend invited me for dinner and served me overcooked spaghetti with ketchup and corn… (im italian)
When you go to someone’s house, it isn’t uncommon for you to be served food by them. In fact, food is typically served not only for sustenance, but it also plays a major part in social dynamics, a guest’s experience, and even in creating lasting memories. So, essentially, it’s a pretty important thing a host does when a guest comes over, even if it doesn’t seem like it.
Food can create a welcoming atmosphere for a guest and show the host’s politeness. It can foster social interactions, as it can be a natural conversation starter and icebreaker. For instance, asking the host about how they prepared the meal, what’s in it, whether it has any sentimental or other value, and things like that.
my ex friend say she made tuna pasta bake. it was baked with pasta, tuna, water and dreams. no seasoning in sight. I asked for vegetables and she opened a can of corn and gave me 3
didn’t eat it but got offered a bowl of rice mixed with ketchup
pasta and sauce, normal right? no, i had a bite, looked up at my friend she says “we like it still crunchy but like half cooked” i still dont think that pasta on my plate had even seen a drop of water
It can also set the tone for the whole event, like creating a fiesta vibe with Mexican cuisine, making a sophisticated evening with fancy cocktails, or inspiring a nostalgic mood with meals from your childhood or home country.
Well, we think you get the gist – the food during any event, even if it’s the most basic friend hangout, usually plays a bigger role than just mere nourishment.
Exchange in America. They made batch of food the day I arrived we ate the same thing warmed up for A MONTH until I had to leave because I couldnt take all of it anymore (there was more)
My friends mum put pesto, chicken, lamb, beef, fish and tripe into one pot and served it to me with an egg.