| How to Order Food to a Hotel Posted: 09 Aug 2020 01:00 AM PDT If you've ever gone hungry during an overnight stay at a hotel that didn't serve food, or, worse, had to suffer through multiple nights of lackluster room service, you might be curious about the etiquette involved in ordering takeout from a nearby eatery. The good news is it couldn't be easier. Getting food delivered to your hotel is just like getting it delivered anywhere else, only with a little more coordination to ensure that your food gets to the right place in a timely manner. [Edit]Placing an Online Order - Go online to find a list of food providers in the area. Type "restaurants near me" into any search engine to compare the various dining options you have available to you. If your smartphone or device has a voice-activated digital assistant, you could also try simply asking it something like, "Where's a good place to eat around here?"[1]
- Reading through the user reviews on sites like Yelp, TripAdvisor, and Zomato could help you narrow down your choices if it comes down to a toss-up between multiple restaurants.
- Some hotels (typically those that aren't equipped with full kitchens) also provide takeout menus for local restaurants. These can ordinarily be found somewhere in the lobby or lounge area.
- Decide what you want to eat. One of the biggest advantages of getting food delivered to your hotel is that you can get just about anything you're in the mood for, rather than being restricted to what's on the room service menu. It could be a fully-loaded sub from a neighborhood deli, some spicy curry, or a trusty pizza made just the way you like it. Listen to your stomach![2]
- Peruse the menus of multiple restaurants that specialize in the same style of cuisine if your first choice doesn't offer the dish you're after.
- Confirm the address of the hotel where you're staying. Run a quick search for the name of the hotel plus the street it sits on and the city you happen to be in. The hotel may also print their street address on their check-in literature, stationery, or other in-house materials. And if all else fails, simply ask for the information you need at the front desk.[3]
- If you're the tech-savvy sort, another option is to zero in on your current location using the maps app on your phone or device.[4]
- Make sure you're providing the right address, especially if you're lodging at a popular hotel chain. It's not uncommon for these businesses to operate multiple locations within a single town or city.
- Build your order through the restaurant's website or app. To get started, just select the tab that says something like "Place Your Order" or "Order Online." The online ordering systems for most restaurants are fairly intuitive—they'll walk you through the process from start to finish. The simple click-to-add-item interface will be basically identical if you're going through a third-party delivery service like GrubHub or DoorDash.[5]
- Alternatively, you can do things the old fashioned way and call in your order over the phone. You'll usually find an establishment's phone number listed in the short profile displayed at the top of your search engine results.
- If you decide to dial up the eatery, make sure you use the correct area code and any necessary extension numbers for outgoing calls. In most cases, these will be labelled on or near the phone in your room.
- Add a drink to your order to avoid paying for overpriced hotel beverages. There's no sense in dropping $5 on a canned soda from the minibar in your room when you can get a fresh one delivered with the rest of your food for a fraction of the price. Just mention that you'd like to tack on one or more drinks while you're putting in your order.[6]
- A lot of the time, this is the only way to enjoy specialty beverages from various restaurants without actually dining on-site.
- Review and pay for your order. Once you've selected all the items you want, take a moment to look over your completed order and make sure it's correct. Then, use the provided spaces to put in a name for your order, the address of the hotel where you're staying, and your credit or debit card information. Some apps and websites might also allow you to pay using other mobile methods, such as ApplePay or PayPal.[7]
- While paying for your order through a third-party delivery service, you'll have the option to add a tip to your total. Either choose one of the specified dollar amounts ($1, $2, $3, $5, etc.) to keep things quick and easy, or tap the "Edit" button to enter a custom amount.[8]
- Your final total will include the price of your food plus tax, plus a delivery fee and a small service charge, if you went through an app.
[Edit]Receiving Your Food - Track your order if you placed it through a third-party delivery service. Pull up the app for the service you're using and navigate to the "My Orders" tab. There, you'll find the unique tracking number assigned to your order, along with a short message displaying its current status and an ETA. Your order status will update periodically, so be sure to check back if you're curious as to the whereabouts of your food.[9]
- You can also keep tabs on your order by clicking the "Track My Order" link in the confirmation email you get as soon as it's been received.
- Some services even provide their customers with digital maps allowing them to follow their delivery person's movements in real-time.[10]
- Tip your delivery person for their trouble if you haven't done so already. Don't forget to hand off a cash tip to your delivery person before they depart, assuming you didn't charge the extra amount to your card when you paid for your order. 10-15% of the total cost is customary in most parts of the world. If you're feeling generous, consider leaving 20% or more. It will certainly be appreciated![11]
- As a general rule, it's alright to tip a little less if there was a delivery charge included in your order total.
- Keep in mind that most food delivery people work primarily on the basis of gratuity, which means if you don't tip, they don't get paid (much).[12]
- Be prepared to sneak your food in if the hotel doesn't allow outside orders. Not all hotels are equally open to their guests having meals delivered from other businesses. If you're lodging somewhere that has a strict no-outside-food policy and you just can't live without your sesame chicken fix, it might be wise to intercept your delivery person in the parking lot or go pick up your order yourself to keep the transaction on the down-low.
- Crack a window before you dig in if your hotel prohibits guests from eating inside their rooms. That way, there will be less chance of the appetizing aroma giving you away.
- While very few hotels have rules expressly forbidding outside food, there are some that do. Take the time to read the fine print in your booking agreement so you won't be at risk of being kicked out for violating the terms of your stay.[13]
[Edit]Ordering Room Service - Look for a room service menu in your room. One of these will usually be waiting for your on the desk or bedside table. It may also be included in your check-in materials. Room service menus often take the form of slick, multi-page brochures at large chain hotels; in more modest hotels and inns, they may be limited to a single printed page.[14]
- You'll find a wide range of foods to choose from in the average room service menu, from light breakfasts and simple lunches to full meals and even single items like smoothies, specialty coffee drinks, and bottles of wine.
- Don't be shocked when you see the prices listed next to each item—hotel room service is infamous for being exorbitantly expensive. Try to look at it as the cost of convenience.[15]
- Call the number printed on the menu to place your order. You'll be connected with someone from the hotel kitchen, who will be on standby to take your order. Tell them what you'd like and what room you're staying in. They should give you an estimated time for delivery before hanging up.[16]
- Feel free to modify, customize, or enhance your order however you desire. Most hotel kitchens are happy to accommodate special requests.
- These days, many nicer hotel rooms come equipped with tablets that make it possible to put in an order for room service with a few swift taps. This type of technology could come as a relief if you don't feel like having to talk to anyone.[17]
- Be ready to receive your order when it arrives. After the kitchen prepares your food, they'll dispatch a member of the waitstaff to send it up to your room. Room service etiquette differs from one hotel to another. In some cases, your waiter may knock and then excuse themselves quietly. In others, they may wait for you to answer the door to confirm that you're in your room.[18]
- Make sure you're decent when you answer the door.[19]
- You're welcome to tip your waiter if you're in a giving mood, but be aware that a sizable gratuity is frequently factored into the price of room service food.[20]
- Hang up your "Do Not Disturb" sign if you don't wish to be bothered. This will signal to your waiter to drop off your order, which you can then come out and collect at your own leisure.
- Place your tray outside the door to your room when you're finished eating. Leave any uneaten food that you don't want to save on the tray, in addition to your dirty dishes, utensils, and linens. Another member of the waitstaff will come along shortly to retrieve it and take it back to the kitchen.[21]
- If you want to go the extra mile, call room service back when you're done eating to let them know that your tray is ready for collection.
- Don't pile your room service tray with product packages, paper, used coffee filters, or other non-food-related trash you've generated in your room. That's what the waste basket is for.
- Have your room service orders charged to your room. That way, you can simply pay for everything all at once when it comes time to check out. This is a standard practice in many hotels, and one that makes things easier for the majority of guests.[22]
- Some hotels may also offer their guests the option to pay with cash upon delivery. In-room payment might work better for you if you only plan on making use of room service once or twice or want to avoid putting too many unnecessary expenses on your credit card.
- If you're traveling on limited funds, you stand to save quite a bit of money by ordering out as opposed to racking up exorbitant room service charges.
- Many big-name hotel chains have begun partnering with third-party delivery services, making it easier than ever to get whatever tickles your fancy delivered right to your room.[23]
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| How to Wash a Cast Iron Pot Posted: 08 Aug 2020 05:00 PM PDT Cast iron pots are a great tool to have in your kitchen to make soups, stews, or pasta. Enamel cast iron pots have a coating that makes them more resilient, while cast iron skillets are simply made of cast iron. Caring for each cookware with their needs in mind helps to extend their life and keep them around much longer. You can clean off baked-on pieces and stains with a little elbow grease to keep making delicious meals in your cast iron pot for years to come. [Edit]Cleaning Cast Iron Skillets after Cooking - Wash your skillet while it is still warm. Cast iron skillets don't need to cool down before you start cleaning them. Move your skillet directly from the stovetop or the oven to your sink to start cleaning.[1]
- Scrub your skillet with warm water and mild dish soap. Set your dirty pot in the sink. Run some warm water into the pot and put 1 to 2 drops of mild dish soap into the water. Scrub the bottom and sides of the pot with a plastic scrubber.[2]
- Never use a metal scrub brush to clean your cast iron pot. This could scratch the enamel coating.
- Don't let your skillet sit too long in the water or it might rust.
- If there is any rust on your skillet, use a non-metal scrubber to scrape the rust off entirely.[3]
- Rinse your skillet well to remove all soap residue. Dump out the soapy water from the bottom of your pot. Rinse the pot with warm water and make sure all the soap runs out of the bottom. Tip your pot over a few times to make sure it is really clean.[4]
- Soap residue can cause streaking on the bottom of your pan that is hard to clean off.
- Dry your skillet with a clean towel. Dump out all the excess water from the bottom of your pot. Use a clean towel to wipe down the interior and exterior of your pot. Make sure it is totally dry so that it doesn't rust.[5]
- Avoid using paper towels so that you don't accidentally scratch the surface of your pot.
- Apply vegetable oil with a paper towel to re-season your skillet. Dab a few drops of vegetable oil onto a paper towel. Rub the paper towel over the bottom and sides of your skillet to re-season it and add some flavor back in after washing.[6]
- Use regular vegetable oil from the grocery store.
- Store your skillet in a cool, dry place. Place your cast iron pot on a shelf in your kitchen where it will stay dry and at room temperature. Don't store wet pots and pans on top of it.[7]
[Edit]Scrubbing Baked-On Food off Enamel Cast Iron Pots - Sprinkle baking soda into the bottom of your pot. Use enough baking soda to cover the bottom of your pot, or about (15 g). Concentrate the baking soda on the areas that have a lot of food baked onto them.[8]
- Baking soda is mildly abrasive, so it will scrub your pot without scratching it.
- Add some warm water to the bottom of your pot. Pour some warm water into your pot so that it covers the bottom. Swirl the baking soda and the water together just slightly so that they create a runny mixture.[9]
- Simmer the water and baking soda for 5 minutes. Place your pot onto the stovetop on medium heat. Allow the water and baking soda to simmer, but not boil, for about 5 minutes.[10]
- If your water starts to boil, turn the heat down slightly until the large bubbles go away.
- Scrub the bottom of your pot with a wooden spoon. Carefully use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently nudge the baked-on pieces off of the bottom of your pot. Use caution so that you don't spill hot water and baking soda on your stovetop.[11]
- Wooden utensils won't scratch the surface of your cast iron pot.
- Rinse out your pot with warm water. Remove your pot from the stove top and dump out the water and baking soda. Rinse it out with warm water to get rid of all the baking soda residue.[12]
[Edit]Removing Stains from Enamel Cast Iron Pots - Mix a 3:1 ratio of baking soda and water to create a paste. Use a bowl to mix together 3 parts baking soda and 1 part water. Create a thick paste that is not runny or powdery that you can pick up in clumps.[13]
- Dab the paste onto the stained parts with your fingers. Pick up small globs of the baking soda paste with your hands. Spread the paste onto the stained areas of your pot with your fingers. Pay special attention to areas that are deeply stained or have been discolored for a long time.[14]
- You can use this paste on the outside of the pot as well if you need to.
- Let the paste sit on the pot overnight. Put a lid on your pot to keep it protected and let it sit for about 8 hours, or overnight. Give the baking soda paste time to break down the stains on your pot.[15]
- Scrub the stains with a plastic scrub brush. Use a plastic scrubbing brush to rub the baking soda into the bottom of your pot. Add a little bit of warm water to your pot if you need to make the paste easier to scrub.[16]
- You can also use a wooden spoon instead of a plastic scrub brush.
- Rinse out your pot with warm water. Dump the baking soda paste down your drain. Rinse the bottom of your pot out with warm water to remove all of the baking soda residue.[17]
- Baking soda won't clog your drains.
[Edit]Warnings - Never put your cast iron pot in the dishwasher. The water gets too hot and could damage the enamel coating.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Cleaning Cast Iron Skillets after Cooking - Mild dish soap
- Plastic scrub brush
- Towel
[Edit]Scrubbing Baked-On Food off Enamel Cast Iron Pots - Baking soda
- Wooden spoon or spatula
[Edit]Removing Stains from Enamel Cast Iron Pots - Baking soda
- Plastic scrub brush or wooden spoon
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| How to Ballroom Dance Posted: 08 Aug 2020 09:00 AM PDT Ballroom dance is an umbrella term for a variety of dancing styles, including Rumba, Cha Cha, Tango, Waltz, and Fox Trot, to name a few.[1] These dances come from different eras and parts of the world, but they're all formal partner dances with an emphasis on flow and elegance. You can start by practicing the Waltz, Foxtrot, or American Tango, which are some of the more popular versions of this dance style. Learning how to ballroom dance may seem a bit tricky at first, but it's easy to get the hang of once you practice with a partner! [Edit]Getting Ready to Dance - Choose a dance style to focus on. Keep in mind that ballroom dancing is an incredibly broad genre of dance, and it doesn't refer to a single style. Some popular types of ballroom dance include the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, East Coast Swing, Mambo, Samba, and Bolero. Opt for a dance like the Waltz or Foxtrot if you'd prefer a smoother dance style, or learn something like the Cha Cha or Rumba if you'd like to focus on something more rhythmic.[2]
- There are a lot of different variations in ballroom dancing, with the most obvious being the American versus International style of dance.
- There are also multiple versions of certain dances, like the Waltz and Viennese Waltz, along with the East Coast Swing and West Coast Swing.
- Stretch and warm-up your body before you start dancing. Get ready to dance by moving in place for 1-5 minutes, which helps get your pulse up slightly. Focus on stretching your ankles, hips, and arms before you start dancing with your partner. This will help you feel stretched and ready to start your dance practice!
- For instance, you can spin both of your ankles in circles for 10 reps so your feet are stretched and ready to go.
- You can also lay on your back and perform 5-8 reps of arms circles.
- Sign up for a ballroom dancing class or club if you want focused instruction. Search online for classes or clubs in your area that focus on some form of ballroom dances. Attend these classes on a regular basis so you can get pointers and tips on how to practice and improve your dance form, which can really help you flourish as a ballroom dancer![3]
- Some colleges and universities have ballroom dance teams that are open to students.
[Edit]The Waltz - Stand apart with your right and left hands clasped. Face your partner on the dance floor and stand pretty close together. Start by holding your partner's right hand in your left. Place your right arm beneath your partner's left shoulder blade, and make sure that your partner's left hand is resting on your right arm and shoulder.[4]
- This dance position helps the dance flow more smoothly.
- These instructions apply to the leader of the dance. If you're following, do the opposite dance moves of your partner.
- It may feel a little uncomfortable to dance so closely with someone, which is completely normal! Just try to focus your energy on the dance itself.
- Step forward with your left foot.[5] Support your partner as they step backward with their right foot. Try to step slowly, which will help you maintain a good rhythm.[6]
- Take a step to the right with your right foot. Move your right foot to the right, guiding your partner along as you go.[7] Continue moving slowly so you can stay in time with your partner.[8]
- The Waltz is a calm and controlled dance, so there's no need to rush any of the movements! Try to take your time and relax so you can enjoy the dance.
- Move your left foot to meet your right foot.[9] Move your left foot to the right so that both of your feet are together. To make the dance look smoother, try stepping with your left foot instead of sliding.[10]
- At this point, both of your feet will be together.
- Step backward with your right foot. As you lead the dance, take another step back with your right foot, guiding your partner forward as you go. Keep your gaze and posture centered as you change directions so the waltz continues to flow smoothly.[11]
- If you're following the dance, do your best to trust your partner and do a mirror image of their movements. It's okay if you don't get the steps right at first!
- Move your left foot in a backward diagonal line to restart the dance. Step in a backward left diagonal direction with your left foot. At this point, reset the dance by bringing both of your feet together.[12]
- Once you've done this, you've completed one cycle of the dance.
- Repeat these dance steps while counting to 3.[13] Count to 1 as you step forward with your left foot, then count to 2 as you step to the right. Continue counting to 3 as you bring your feet together. Count to 1 as you step backward, 2 as you step diagonally, and 3 as you bring your feet together again.[14]
[Edit]The Foxtrot - Face your partner with your hands and arms clasped. Stand about away from your partner before you start dancing. Hold your partner's right hand with your left hand. Rest your right hand beneath your partner's left shoulder blade, and check that your partner's left hand is resting on your own right arm.[15]
- Like most ballroom dances, you'll be in pretty close proximity with your partner.
- These instructions only apply to the dance leader. If you're following the dance, do your best to mirror your partner's steps.
- Move your left foot 1 step forward. Start with both of your feet together on the dance floor. If you're leading the dance, take a slow step forward with your left foot.[16]
- The leader and follower will be doing steps that are mirror images of one another.
- Take another step forward with your right foot. If you're leading the dance, perform another step with your right foot. Try to keep your movements slow and fluid so the dance looks as graceful as possible.[17]
- It's okay if your dance steps and technique are a little unsteady at first! Everyone learns ballroom dancing at their own pace.
- Step quickly to the left with your left and right feet. As the dance leader, move your left foot in an upward left diagonal line. Keep in mind that this transitional step will be quicker than your original steps. Afterward, rapidly shift your right foot in a left diagonal direction so both of your feet are together.[18]
- Both of your feet will be together at this point.
- This movement needs to be as quick as possible to help the dance continue on.
- Step backward slowly with your left and right feet. Move your left foot backward in a slow step. At this point, take another step back with your right foot.[19]
- This is essentially a repeat of the beginning of the dance, but in reverse.
- Step diagonally to the left with your left and right feet. Move your left foot backward and to the left if you're leading the dance. Afterward, slide your right foot backward and to the right so both of your feet are together.[20]
- Try to do these steps more quickly than the forward and backward steps.[21]
- Rotate with your partner and continue the dance. Guide your partner slowly, continuing the traditional dance steps as you go. Turn your partner so you can repeat the Foxtrot in the opposite direction on the dance floor.[22]
- You can repeat the dance as much as you'd like until you feel more confident in your dance moves!
[Edit]The American Tango - Hold your partner securely before starting the dance. Clasp your partner's right hand in your left, and place your right hand beneath their left shoulder. Try keeping your knees bent as you start the dance, which will make your tango look smoother and more fluid.[23]
- These instructions apply to the person leading the dance. If you're following the dance, do the opposite of your partner.
- Take a slow step forward with your left and right foot. Start by taking a large step forward with your left foot, then following with a slow right step. Guide your partner backward as you make your way forward, keeping your knees bent as you go.[24]
- Note that a slow beat counts for 2 beats of music.[25]
- Step forward quickly with your left foot. Speed up the dance slightly, moving more quickly as you step forward with your left foot again. Take your step within 1 beat of the music, continuing to guide your partner as you go.[26]
- Take a quick step to the right with your right foot. Move your right foot in a forward diagonal direction. Note that this step is quick, and only takes up 1 beat of the music.[27]
- Continue to push forward while keeping your knees bent.
- Drag your left foot to meet your right foot. Slide your left foot slowly along the ground, taking up 2 total beats of music. Bring both of your feet together so you're ready to turn and repeat the dance again.[28]
- Turn your partner and continue these dance moves. Rotate your partner as you start the dance over again, guiding them in a new direction on the dance floor. You can repeat the Tango dance as many times as you'd like, or until you feel more comfortable and confident with the steps.[29]
- Don't be discouraged if you don't get the hang of a dance right away. Ballroom dancing takes practice and patience to get right!
- Sign up for ballroom dancing classes if you're really interested in learning.
- Write down your personal ballroom dancing goals so you have an idea of how you want to improve.
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