The Surprising History of Tipping in the US
Frank McBride • May 26, 2023
In the past few years, tipping in the United States has become more pervasive (and much more confusing). One thing Ms. Optimizer and I like about travel outside of the US is there is less tipping guesswork. In many countries, you see prices on a restaurant menu and that is what you are paying for your meal since waiters are paid a living wage and taxes are included.
This interesting article briefly discusses how tipping came to America and how the concept was, initially, not well received in many places.
Have a safe holiday weekend. If you are flying, may you make your connections and arrive on time with luggage and nerves intact.
https://news.yahoo.com/americans-hate-tipping-much-once-150351658.html?
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