The Art of Dining Alone “A table for two?” “Only one,” I’ve replied so many times that I often lead with the answer before the question can be asked. “Sólo uno,” I declare as I am greeted at the door. Then I’m usually led to the bar or a table in the back corner or back room of the restaurant. I don’t know if this is out of pity for me, you know the poor person dining alone, or for the sake of the restaurant who wants the visible tables to be bustling with conversations and laughter.
Me too. I've grown to love it and even prefer it most of the time. Where is your place in Mexico? Let me know if you're ever in Mexico City. I can show you around. My mom seems to think you and I have a lot in common. :)
We very well may! I haven't traveled much yet outside the US, but I am now in a situation where I can, so I will be checking off the bucket list! I am a coffee addict. I roasted my own beans for a while, but got away from doing that whilst living in an rv. Now that I m stationary, I will have to find myself another WhirlyPop. Your mom and I had a lot of fun as kids. She was a blast and just a little wild...I have a couple of stories...
I have dine alone so many times as a green coffee sales rep. In the beginning I wouldn't go to a restaurant alone. Sounded like the weirdest thing to me. And one day, I had a long and tiring day in Dublin and this grandiose Italian restaurant was right across the corner from my hotel. I had no-one to enjoy it with.... so I decided I deserved a treat. Ordered a lobster dish and wine.
Dining alone (in a restaurant)is a very different experience then eating with people. It forced you to be deeply in the present moment and to have an introspective experience. Sometimes it is just what you need.
This was a treat to read and YAY, I’m so glad you reclaimed the joy + art of dining alone!!! I also despise restaurants that treat solo customers like second class citizens when they want to dine alone!
Salmon ceviche...my mouth is watering! I actually enjoy dining alone
I can read my book and people watch to my heart's content.
Me too. I've grown to love it and even prefer it most of the time. Where is your place in Mexico? Let me know if you're ever in Mexico City. I can show you around. My mom seems to think you and I have a lot in common. :)
We very well may! I haven't traveled much yet outside the US, but I am now in a situation where I can, so I will be checking off the bucket list! I am a coffee addict. I roasted my own beans for a while, but got away from doing that whilst living in an rv. Now that I m stationary, I will have to find myself another WhirlyPop. Your mom and I had a lot of fun as kids. She was a blast and just a little wild...I have a couple of stories...
I have dine alone so many times as a green coffee sales rep. In the beginning I wouldn't go to a restaurant alone. Sounded like the weirdest thing to me. And one day, I had a long and tiring day in Dublin and this grandiose Italian restaurant was right across the corner from my hotel. I had no-one to enjoy it with.... so I decided I deserved a treat. Ordered a lobster dish and wine.
Dining alone (in a restaurant)is a very different experience then eating with people. It forced you to be deeply in the present moment and to have an introspective experience. Sometimes it is just what you need.
Seems like our experiences are similar. It is introspective, as is much of my life these days. ❤️☕️ Thanks for sharing, Gaby!
Love this! I love dining alone ;)
This is why we're friends. Kindred spirits.
This was a treat to read and YAY, I’m so glad you reclaimed the joy + art of dining alone!!! I also despise restaurants that treat solo customers like second class citizens when they want to dine alone!
Thanks, Aimerance! Agreed. Agreed. :)