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[quote=Anonymous]Just wanted to chime in as a fellow picky eater with dietary restrictions.

It sucks.

I come from a family of foodies and get so sick of the food focused meals when what I am really interested in is good conversation, preferably about something other then food.

I was taught never to comment on food I didn't like and to do my best to eat a little, push it around and generally try not to draw attention to what I was/was not eating.  This method served me well until recently when a developed stomach ulcers.

Now I have a long list of things I really cannot eat/drink - lick the OP no spicy food at all and also no alcohol, coffee, carbonated or citrus beverages.  Often I really do find myself limited to bread and water at social events.  It is so awkward and I try not to bring attention to my restrictions but it's suprising how many people feel the need to comment.  I would suggest that it is just as rude to comment on what someone is or is not eating as it is to go on about your pickiness/food restrictions.

I wish I could make a deal with people, I won't bore you with what foods I don't/can't eat and you don't comment on what I am/or am not eating.

And an additional note about sauces - part of the problem for many with food restrictions is that frequently you really have no idea what's in it and if you are like me spices and condiments are a minefield.

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