Etiquette expert William Hanson and author Anna May Mangan join Sky News Sunrise to discuss whether it is acceptable to charge family and friends for Christmas meals.
I agree with William, if you can’t afford to host don’t host. Also, it sounds like the lady is going all out for Christmas 🎄 but can’t afford it. Maybe she should scale back her dinner party if she must insist on hosting.
If you can not afford it,have a pot luck luncheon or do breakfast. I would Never ask my family and friends to give me money. I had two aunts and mother that use to leave cash under a plate when I had them over for a meal.They never said a word about it. I would write them a little note of thanks for coming and for the gift. I would never ask them for it. Of course I would have them over every chance I could! I miss all three of them now.
i cant beleive she takes money off her children for a xmas lunch, its once a year, and she is their mum,??? its not about the money its the fact their your kids and its just awkward. i have always offered to help with the cooking or getting or making the starter or pudding etc. but never thought of giving my mother money, im sure she would be offended
Have to agree with Mr. Hanson! if you can't afford to host, don't. And as far as the woman saying she didn't want noodles and it would be rude to dictate, when William suggested a potluck with a theme, it's completely common for a potluck host to say, "I'm making a turkey, please sign up to bring one or more of the following: mashed potatoes, stuffing, sprouts, pie, wine, etc..."
I'vee seen that woman on a few of these debate things and it seems like she just wants an excuse to be pissed off at anything to get some attention on TV.
Oh, my! World problem have really ended, haven't they? Or at least that was the impression last year. Why can't every family decide for themselves? Maybe the person hosting is a good cook, a good host, but can't afford it. I see nothing wing with a family decision to make a "Christmas lunch fund" that is used by only a few people. And, frankly, the host has so much work to do that I wouldn't begrudge them some leftover money. As usual, communication and honesty and just let everyone do their thing
I agree with William, if you can’t afford to host don’t host. Also, it sounds like the lady is going all out for Christmas 🎄 but can’t afford it. Maybe she should scale back her dinner party if she must insist on hosting.
If you can not afford it,have a pot luck luncheon or do breakfast. I would Never ask my family and friends to give me money. I had two aunts and mother that use to leave cash under a plate when I had them over for a meal.They never said a word about it. I would write them a little note of thanks for coming and for the gift. I would never ask them for it. Of course I would have them over every chance I could! I miss all three of them now.
i cant beleive she takes money off her children for a xmas lunch, its once a year, and she is their mum,??? its not about the money its the fact their your kids and its just awkward. i have always offered to help with the cooking or getting or making the starter or pudding etc. but never thought of giving my mother money, im sure she would be offended
Have to agree with Mr. Hanson! if you can't afford to host, don't. And as far as the woman saying she didn't want noodles and it would be rude to dictate, when William suggested a potluck with a theme, it's completely common for a potluck host to say, "I'm making a turkey, please sign up to bring one or more of the following: mashed potatoes, stuffing, sprouts, pie, wine, etc..."
I agree with you Mr. Hanson. Common sense.
I'vee seen that woman on a few of these debate things and it seems like she just wants an excuse to be pissed off at anything to get some attention on TV.
its crazy to charge for lunch on Christmas in my opinion
That woman just wants to be on TV with a dangerous opinion of her own
Nice to have you back on TH-cam!😊
i dont usually agree with William but i do here
What a weird opinion to give on television
Nice hair cut.
Oh, my! World problem have really ended, haven't they? Or at least that was the impression last year. Why can't every family decide for themselves? Maybe the person hosting is a good cook, a good host, but can't afford it. I see nothing wing with a family decision to make a "Christmas lunch fund" that is used by only a few people. And, frankly, the host has so much work to do that I wouldn't begrudge them some leftover money. As usual, communication and honesty and just let everyone do their thing