How Do You Be A Vegetarian House Guest?
Being a good house guest can be difficult under the best of circumstances, and tension can arise if you are the only vegetarian surrounded by carnivores. A little advanced planning will keep everyone happy. Tell your host in advance that you don’t eat meat. Do not assume that they know. Outline exactly what you will eat. For example, if you are vegan, let them know you will be bypassing the Sunday brunch of french toast and cheese omelets. Make sure that your host will be able to accommodate you before you go. Figure out how much of a problem your veggie habits will be. This depends largely on your relationship with your guests, how many meals you will be eating together, etc. Offer to cook some meals. Die-hard carnivores are often unaware how much diversity and delicious foods makes up a vegetarian diet. Introduce some of your favorite dishes. Your hosts may turn up their noses at tofu, but they might enjoy pasta primavera. Avoid offering advice and criticism about the diet of your ho
