Archives for Tipping Etiquette
Folding money
What do you get when you cross an artist with a $20 bill? Apparently the answer is: Art. Moneygami is origami with money -- especially when the final design highlights…
Tipping Etiquette: From Strippers to Hairdressers
In this series on tipping we've covered everything from the tip on outrageously expensive wine to the hair splitting minutia of tipping on tax. I learned that you're supposed to…
Tipping Etiquette: Hotels– Who Knew?
Tipping at hotels was a surprising thing to research for this series. I travel quite a bit both domestically and abroad and always thought I knew the ins and outs…
Tipping Etiquette: Reader Survey Says’¦ 15% is Standard
We had about ninety responses to the QC Tipping Survey in the last week. Of those who identified themselves by gender and orientation, we had 39% lesbian, 33% gay men,…
Tipping Etiquette: Do You Tip on Tax?
I have always tipped on the total bill and it wasn't till starting this series that I learned that there are people who don't. Of all the things people say…
Tipping Etiquette: Take the Reader Survey
As part of my ongoing investigation into tipping customs, I'm putting together a survey. Please take a moment to fill it out-- it's quick and easy! Click Here to take…
Tipping Etiquette: Should Bloggers Get Tipped Like Baristas?
The reasons for tipping in restaurants are pretty straightforward'”servers make their living entirely on tips. But what about people who are otherwise paid a standard wage? Is the mere act…
Tipping Etiquette: Included Gratuity Pros & Cons
One of my favorite things about dining abroad and in high end restaurants is the fact that service is often included. It's a refreshing change of pace to reach the…
Tipping Etiquette: How Much Gratuity on a $600 Bottle of Wine?
My friends and I enjoyed a very fine bottle of Bordeaux on a half-priced wine night at a local four-star establishment. To make the most of the discount we went…
WWYD: How Well Do You Tip Your Worst Enemy?
I try to get along well with everyone. While I may disagree with another's opinions or find their behaviors distasteful, I don't think there's any reason we can't be civil.…