Going On a Date? 7 Tips To Avoid a Messy Meal Gone Wrong

There’s a popular expression, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” This is especially true when you’re on your first date. You want to look your best and avoid doing anything embarrassing. The problem is, given that most first dates involve eating at a restaurant, the odds of you finding yourself in a messy food predicament (and therefore, no second date) are high. Fortunately, we’ve got strategies and techniques you can use to make sure you finish your meal without any slip-ups.

1. Eat Tacos with Your Hands

Planning to cut that delicious carne asada crunchy taco with a fork and knife? Not if you don’t want your date to think you’re a world-class bozo! They’ll have no issues with you eating them with your hands because that’s the way normal people do it. But make sure to eat it directly over your plate, as some of the taco filling is sure to fall out and plop onto it. Rest assured, eating it with a fork or spoon won’t get you any dirty glances.