The article discusses etiquette regarding inquiring about guests' health after a potential foodborne illness incident. It suggests tactful ways to check on their well-being without being intrusive or accusatory, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and avoiding graphic details.
What's the best way to address potential dinner illness issues with guests? Besides washing the lettuce thoroughly, Miss Manners has some other thoughts.
I hosted two couples for dinner at our home that went very well. The next day, I was experiencing some stomach upset and GI issues. I am not sure if the culprit was the food I served, but if so, it may have been that the lettuce was not thoroughly washed. I texted my guests to thank them again for coming and let them know we enjoyed their company. I also told them about my GI issues and asked if they were experiencing any symptoms, saying that if they were, I apologized profusely.
My husband told me that it was rude to inquire about their health, since we weren’t sure about whether it was the food that made me sick. He also said I “put them on the spot” regarding either confirming that my culinary error made them sick or fibbing to make me feel better.There are ways to inquire about others’ health without going into sordid details. The phrase “GI issues,” for example, need not be uttered . Instead, you may say, “I do hope that you are feeling well after our dinner.
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