3 Out of 10 Americans Who Eat Out Suffer from This Uncomfortable Condition
MARCH 18: Diners at Hobby's in Newark, N.J., on March 18, 2023.
I can’t say I “suffer” from this, but when the family and I go out to eat it’s usually a restaurant that we frequently visit, and I know what I want before we get there. I do try to be conscious of the waitress or waiter’s time when the restaurant is crowded. This is because they have a lot of tables and customers to serve so they don’t have any extra time to chat.
So, what am I alluding to?
This is really not a problem that is of any serious importance, however, apparently, some people suffer from “menu anxiety.” According to a new survey, three in ten Americans suffer from this crippling condition, which leaves them confused, anxious, and nervous at some point after sitting down at a restaurant and start to peruse the menu.
This number jumps to more than 40% of respondents in the younger Gen Z and millennial groups, according to the poll of 2,000 Americans that participated in the survey.
The article points out that perhaps not surprisingly, the demographic that didn’t grow up with participation trophies and helicopter parents doesn’t suffer from this condition nearly as commonly. Just 15% of Gen X and baby boomers, the demographic between 44 and 77, said they had menu anxiety. It also appears that younger diners were 17% more likely to wait until those in their group ordered first to decide, as compared to the older folks.
Just like with many other fears, exposure therapy is apparently something that helps. 24% of younger respondents say they always check out an eatery’s menu online before visiting.
10 Wild Ice Cream Flavors to Try This Season
Summer is officially ice cream season, and July is National Ice Cream Month. Actually, every season is ice cream season, if you ask me. I seriously enjoy scoops of my favorite ice cream whether it’s 90 degrees outside or freezing cold. When it comes to ice cream flavors, it’s hard to beat the classics. Vanilla, chocolate, chocolate-chip and mint chocolate-chip are always favorites. But, why not switch it up and try some really wild ice cream flavors?
As a graduate of Michigan State University, I’ve tried many random ice cream flavors at the MSU Dairy Store. MSU is an agricultural college, so it’s known for the Dairy Store and having delicious ice cream. Honey Lavender and Spartan Swirl come to mind. But, enough about MSU. You don’t have to come to Michigan to get some unique ice cream flavors.
Read on for 10 wild ice cream flavors that you need to try. These flavors are all from major ice cream makers, so they should be fairly easy to find, no matter where you’re located. I’ve also included some non-dairy and gluten-free ice cream options for vegans and those on a gluten-free diet. I’m not vegan, but my favorite ice cream currently is actually non-dairy. Hopefully, there’s enough variety on this list for you to find your new favorite ice cream flavor.
It’s worth noting that some of these ice cream flavors are seasonal and only available in the summer. That said, the majority of the flavors below are currently available year-round.
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